The Armstrong Lie 2013
“The world wanted to believe him. So did the camera.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 124 minutes
- Director
- Alex Gibney
- Networks
- Jigsaw Productions, Matt Tolmach Productions, The Kennedy/Marshall Company
- Where to Stream
- The Roku Channel, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store
What is The Armstrong Lie?
The Armstrong Lie is a 2013 American documentary film directed by Alex Gibney about the cyclist Lance Armstrong. The film was originally begun as a project titled The Road Back concerning Armstrong's return to competitive cycling in 2009.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2013
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 124 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 8, 2013
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Jigsaw Productions, Matt Tolmach Productions, The Kennedy/Marshall Company
- Revenue
- $383,294
- Genres
- Documentary
- Updated
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- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 7.0/10 from 142 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~124 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Jigsaw Productions, Matt Tolmach Productions, The Kennedy/Marshall Company
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The Armstrong Lie is a 2013 American documentary film directed by Alex Gibney about the cyclist Lance Armstrong. The film was originally begun as a project titled The Road Back concerning Armstrong's return to competitive cycling in 2009. That initial project was shelved when a doping scandal erupted. Following Armstrong's confession, the film was re-opened and picked up in 2013 to present an insider's view of the unraveling of one of the most extraordinary stories in sports history. The subject of the documentary shifted in light of renewed allegations of doping against Armstrong, capturing the dismantling of the narrative surrounding his career.
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“A gripping exploration of documentary that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Armstrong Lie worth watching?
The Armstrong Lie holds a community rating of 7.0/10 based on 142 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Armstrong Lie and when was it released?
The Armstrong Lie is a feature film with a runtime of 124 minutes. It was released in 2013. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Armstrong Lie?
The Armstrong Lie was directed by Alex Gibney.
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