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Behind the Candelabra(2013)
Status: Released
Date: 2013-05-26
66%
801 Votes
Time: 1h 58m
Too much of a good thing is wonderful.
Overview:
Based on the autobiographical novel, the tempestuous 6-year relationship between Liberace and his (much younger) lover, Scott Thorson, is recounted.
Languages: English.
Countries:
United States of America
Budget: $23,000,000.00
Revenue: $15,600,000.00
ProductionCompanies: 
Movie: Behind the Candelabra
Top 10 Billed Cast
Michael Douglas
Liberace
Matt Damon
Scott Thorson
Dan Aykroyd
Seymour Heller
Scott Bakula
Bob Black
Rob Lowe
Dr. Jack Startz
Tom Papa
Ray Arnett
Paul Reiser
Mr. Felder
Bruce Ramsay
Carlucci
Nicky Katt
Mr. Y
Cheyenne Jackson
Billy Leatherwood
Video Trailer Behind the Candelabra
Video: Official Trailer
Official Trailer
30" TV spot
Featurette
Featurette #2
UK Digital Spot
All 5 videos
Official Trailer - Trailer
30" TV spot - Teaser
Featurette - Featurette
Featurette #2 - Featurette
UK Digital Spot - Teaser
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