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Behind the Candelabra

Behind the Candelabra

Too much of a good thing is wonderful.

Based on the autobiographical novel, the tempestuous 6-year relationship between Liberace and his (much younger) lover, Scott Thorson, is recounted.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Behind the Candelabra
  • Genres: Drama, Romance
  • Release Date: 2013-05-26
  • Runtime: 118 minutes
  • Rating: 6.604/10 (812 votes)
  • Budget: $23,000,000
  • Revenue: $15,600,000
  • Production Companies: Jerry Weintraub Productions, HBO Films
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.4955
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Michael Douglas

Michael Douglas

as Liberace

Matt Damon

Matt Damon

as Scott Thorson

Dan Aykroyd

Dan Aykroyd

as Seymour Heller

Scott Bakula

Scott Bakula

as Bob Black

Rob Lowe

Rob Lowe

as Dr. Jack Startz

Tom Papa

Tom Papa

as Ray Arnett

Paul Reiser

Paul Reiser

as Mr. Felder

Bruce Ramsay

Bruce Ramsay

as Carlucci

Nicky Katt

Nicky Katt

as Mr. Y

Cheyenne Jackson

Cheyenne Jackson

as Billy Leatherwood

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Trailers & Clips

Featurette #2

Featurette

UK Digital Spot

30" TV spot

Official Trailer

External Links

Keywords

based on novel or bookbased on true storycelebrityin the closetlas vegasbased on memoir or autobiographygay theme

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Behind the Candelabra?

Behind the Candelabra is a Drama, Romance movie directed by . It was released on 2013-05-26.

Who are the main actors in Behind the Candelabra?

The main cast includes Michael Douglas, Matt Damon, Dan Aykroyd, Scott Bakula, Rob Lowe, .

Where can I watch Behind the Candelabra online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Behind the Candelabra is available.

Is Behind the Candelabra based on a true story?

Too much of a good thing is wonderful.

What is the IMDb rating of Behind the Candelabra?

Behind the Candelabra has an IMDb rating of 6.604/10 based on 812 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Behind the Candelabra?

The movie had a production budget of $23,000,000 and earned $15,600,000 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Behind the Candelabra?

The soundtrack was composed by Jerry Weintraub Productions, HBO Films. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Behind the Candelabra filmed?

Behind the Candelabra was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Behind the Candelabra?

The total runtime of Behind the Candelabra is 118 minutes.

Is Behind the Candelabra suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Behind the Candelabra?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Behind the Candelabra.

Does Behind the Candelabra have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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