---
title: "The Armstrong Lie"
year: 2013
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/the-armstrong-lie-2013"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 214083
imdb_id: "tt1638364"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 124
community_rating: 7.0
vote_count: 142
content_rating: "R"
---

# The Armstrong Lie (2013) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/the-armstrong-lie-2013

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | None | The Roku Channel | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Hoopla | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Alex Gibney
- **Networks / Studios**: Jigsaw Productions, Matt Tolmach Productions, The Kennedy/Marshall Company

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Lance Armstrong** as *Self*
- **Betsy Andreu** as *Self*
- **Frankie Andreu** as *Self*
- **Reed Albergotti** as *Self*
- **Johan Bruyneel** as *Self*
- **Daniel Coyle** as *Self*
- **Michele Ferrari** as *Self*
- **Michael Bloomberg** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Anderson Cooper** as *Self (archive footage)*
- **Bill Clinton** as *Self (archive footage)*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch The Armstrong Lie online?
The Armstrong Lie is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: 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.

### Q: 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.

### Q: Who directed The Armstrong Lie?
The Armstrong Lie was directed by Alex Gibney.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [The Armstrong Lie — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/214083)
- [The Armstrong Lie - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Armstrong_Lie)
- [The Armstrong Lie (2013) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1638364/fullcredits/)
- [The Armstrong Lie (2013) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/214083-the-armstrong-lie/cast)
- [The Armstrong Lie (2013) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/the-armstrong-lie/credits)
- [The Armstrong Lie - movie: watch stream online](https://www.justwatch.com/)

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