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The Armstrong Lie

7.020132h 4mRMovieDocumentary

In 2009, Alex Gibney was hired to make a film about Lance Armstrong's comeback to cycling. The project was shelved when the doping scandal erupted, and re-opened after Armstrong's confession. The Armstrong Lie picks up in 2013 and presents…

DirectorAlex Gibney

WriterAlex Gibney

ProducersFrank Marshall·Matt Tolmach

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Alex Gibney

Self (archive footage)

Anderson Cooper

Self (archive footage)

Bill Clinton

Self (archive footage)

Oprah Winfrey

Self (archive footage)

Alex Gibney

Self - Narrator

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The Armstrong Lie — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Armstrong Lie?

The Armstrong Lie isn't on any subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not on Netflix.

Is The Armstrong Lie on Netflix?

No, The Armstrong Lie is not on Netflix in United States as of August 2026. You can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Is The Armstrong Lie on Amazon Prime Video?

The Armstrong Lie isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Armstrong Lie for free?

The Armstrong Lie is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel in United States.

Is The Armstrong Lie based on a true story?

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