

Behind the Candelabra
2013-05-26 · 118 min · ★ 6.6
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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- Directors
- Steven Soderbergh
- Production companies
- Jerry Weintraub Productions, HBO Films
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
- Budget
- USD 23,000,000
- Revenue
- USD 15,600,000
Top Cast
Michael DouglasLiberace
Matt DamonScott Thorson
Dan AykroydSeymour Heller
Scott BakulaBob Black
Rob LoweDr. Jack Startz
Tom PapaRay Arnett
Paul ReiserMr. Felder
Bruce RamsayCarlucci
Nicky KattMr. Y
Cheyenne JacksonBilly Leatherwood
Mike O'MalleyTracy Schnelker
David KoechnerAdoption Attorney
Boyd HolbrookCary James
Debbie ReynoldsFrances
Eric ZuckermanLou
Eddie JemisonAssistant Director
Randy LowellDirectorTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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