Behind the Candelabra
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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Streaming now in the United States on HBO Max.
Rent or buy in the United States on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
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Frequently asked questions about Behind the Candelabra
Where can I watch Behind the Candelabra in the United States?
Behind the Candelabra is available to stream on HBO Max in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is Behind the Candelabra on HBO Max?
Yes. Behind the Candelabra is streaming on HBO Max in the United States.
Can I watch Behind the Candelabra for free?
Not free in the United States right now. Behind the Candelabra needs a subscription to HBO Max, or you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home.
What are the ratings for Behind the Candelabra?
Behind the Candelabra scores 6.6 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Behind the Candelabra?
Behind the Candelabra stars Michael Douglas, Matt Damon, Dan Aykroyd, Scott Bakula, and Rob Lowe. Steven Soderbergh is the director.
How long is Behind the Candelabra?
Behind the Candelabra runs 1h 58m (118 minutes).
When did Behind the Candelabra come out?
Behind the Candelabra was released on May 26, 2013.
Which studio made Behind the Candelabra?
Behind the Candelabra was produced by Jerry Weintraub Productions and HBO Films in the United States.
What was the budget for Behind the Candelabra?
Behind the Candelabra was made on a budget of $23,000,000.
How much did Behind the Candelabra make at the box office?
Behind the Candelabra grossed $15,600,000 worldwide, against a budget of $23,000,000.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.