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Behind the Candelabra

  • 2013
  • TV-MA
  • 1h 58m
IMDb RATING
7.0/10
48K
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Behind the Candelabra (2013)
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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A chronicle of the tempestuous six-year romance between megastar singer Liberace and his young lover Scott Thorson.A chronicle of the tempestuous six-year romance between megastar singer Liberace and his young lover Scott Thorson.A chronicle of the tempestuous six-year romance between megastar singer Liberace and his young lover Scott Thorson.

  • Director
    • Steven Soderbergh
  • Writers
    • Richard LaGravenese
    • Scott Thorson
    • Alex Thorleifson
  • Stars
    • Michael Douglas
    • Matt Damon
    • Scott Bakula
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • IMDb RATING
    7.0/10
    48K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Steven Soderbergh
    • Writers
      • Richard LaGravenese
      • Scott Thorson
      • Alex Thorleifson
    • Stars
      • Michael Douglas
      • Matt Damon
      • Scott Bakula
    • 197User reviews
    • 175Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Won 11 Primetime Emmys
      • 45 wins & 54 nominations total

    Videos6

    UK Trailer
    Trailer 1:58
    UK Trailer
    First Trailer
    Trailer 1:40
    First Trailer
    First Trailer
    Trailer 1:40
    First Trailer
    Uggie, Toto, & Award-Winning Movie Dogs
    Clip 3:31
    Uggie, Toto, & Award-Winning Movie Dogs
    Behind the Candelabra: Matt Damon (UK)
    Featurette 4:33
    Behind the Candelabra: Matt Damon (UK)
    Behind the Candelabra: Michael Douglas (UK)
    Featurette 3:36
    Behind the Candelabra: Michael Douglas (UK)
    What Roles Has Matt Damon Turned Down?
    Video 3:27
    What Roles Has Matt Damon Turned Down?

    Photos204

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    Top Cast99+

    Michael Douglas
    Michael Douglas
    • Liberace
    Matt Damon
    Matt Damon
    • Scott Thorson
    Scott Bakula
    Scott Bakula
    • Bob Black
    Eric Zuckerman
    • Lou
    Eddie Jemison
    Eddie Jemison
    • Assistant Director
    Randy Lowell
    Randy Lowell
    • Director
    Tom Roach
    Tom Roach
    • Stunt Actor
    Shamus Cooley
    • Camera Assistant
    John Smutny
    • Sound Mixer
    Jane Morris
    Jane Morris
    • Rose Carracappa
    Garrett M. Brown
    Garrett M. Brown
    • Joe Carracappa
    Pat Asanti
    Pat Asanti
    • George Liberace
    Debbie Reynolds
    Debbie Reynolds
    • Frances Liberace
    Casey Kramer
    Casey Kramer
    • Dora Liberace
    Cheyenne Jackson
    Cheyenne Jackson
    • Billy Leatherwood
    Tom Papa
    Tom Papa
    • Ray Arnett
    Dan Aykroyd
    Dan Aykroyd
    • Seymour Heller
    James Kulick
    James Kulick
    • Assistant Stage Manager
    • Director
      • Steven Soderbergh
    • Writers
      • Richard LaGravenese
      • Scott Thorson
      • Alex Thorleifson
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews197

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    Summary

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    Storyline

    Did you know

    • Trivia
      Michael Douglas turned 68 during filming, making him a few months older than Liberace was when he died. Although played by 42-year-old Matt Damon, Scott Thorson was only 18 when he met Liberace, and 23 when their relationship ended in April 1982. He was still only in his twenties when Liberace died. Played by 30-year-old Boyd Holbrook, Cary-James was also only 18 when he met Liberace.
    • Goofs
      The tailor uses the wrong end of the tape to measure Scott's waist during the montage where Liberace takes him shopping for a suit.
    • Quotes
      • Liberace: I have an eye for new and refreshing talent.
      • Scott Thorson: You have an eye for new and refreshing dick.
    • Connections
      Featured in At the Movies: Cannes Film Festival 2013 (2013)
    • Soundtracks
      Tico Tico
      Written by Zequinha de Abreu (as Zequinha Abreu) and Ervin Drake
      Piano Performed by Liberace
      Courtesy of Columbia Records
      By arrangement with Sony Music Licensing

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    FAQ1

    • What substance is being inhaled by Liberace during his love scene with Scott at the 39-minute mark?

    Details

    • Release date
      • May 26, 2013 (Canada)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Official site
      • Official site (Japan)
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Detrás del candelabro
    • Filming locations
      • Santa Clarita, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • HBO Films
      • Jerry Weintraub Productions
    • See more company credits at IMDbPro

    Box office

    • Budget
      • $23,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross worldwide
      • $13,352,609
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

    • Runtime
      • 1h 58m(118 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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