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Behind the Candelabra

6.620131h 58mRMovieDramaRomance

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

DirectorSteven Soderbergh
WriterRichard LaGravenese
ProducersSusan Ekins·Gregory Jacobs

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Cast · Directed by Steven Soderbergh

MDMichael Douglas
Michael Douglas
Liberace
MDMatt Damon
Matt Damon
Scott Thorson
DADan Aykroyd
Dan Aykroyd
Seymour Heller
SBScott Bakula
Scott Bakula
Bob Black
RLRob Lowe
Rob Lowe
Dr. Jack Startz
TPTom Papa
Tom Papa
Ray Arnett
PRPaul Reiser
Paul Reiser
Mr. Felder
BRBruce Ramsay
Bruce Ramsay
Carlucci
NKNicky Katt
Nicky Katt
Mr. Y
CJCheyenne Jackson
Cheyenne Jackson
Billy Leatherwood
MOMike O'Malley
Mike O'Malley
Tracy Schnelker
DKDavid Koechner
David Koechner
Adoption Attorney

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Behind the Candelabra — streaming FAQ

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Behind the Candelabra is streaming on HBO Max in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Behind the Candelabra on Netflix?

No, Behind the Candelabra is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on HBO Max.

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Behind the Candelabra isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

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Behind the Candelabra is available on HBO Max in United States, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

Is Behind the Candelabra based on a true story?

Yes — Behind the Candelabra is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).