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The Idol

The Idol

The act of love does not make this a love story...the act of worship does not make him the idol.

A rebellious student embarks on an affair with the mother of his best friend, leading to disastrous consequences.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Idol
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 1966-02-01
  • Runtime: 109 minutes
  • Rating: 4.9/10 (8 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Paramount Pictures, Embassy Pictures Corporation
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 0.3547
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Jennifer Jones

Jennifer Jones

as Carol

Michael Parks

Michael Parks

as Marco

John Leyton

John Leyton

as Timothy

Jennifer Hilary

Jennifer Hilary

as Sarah

Guy Doleman

Guy Doleman

as Martin Livesey

Natasha Pyne

Natasha Pyne

as Rosalind

Jack Watson

Jack Watson

as Police Inspector

Jeremy Bulloch

Jeremy Bulloch

as Lewis

Priscilla Morgan

Priscilla Morgan

as Rosie

Edna Morris

Edna Morris

as Mrs. Muller

Gallery

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Keywords

london, englandalienationart studentoverbearing motheramerican abroadgeneration gapoedipus complex

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Idol?

The Idol is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 1966-02-01.

Who are the main actors in The Idol?

The main cast includes Jennifer Jones, Michael Parks, John Leyton, Jennifer Hilary, Guy Doleman, .

Where can I watch The Idol online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Idol is available.

Is The Idol based on a true story?

The act of love does not make this a love story...the act of worship does not make him the idol.

What is the IMDb rating of The Idol?

The Idol has an IMDb rating of 4.9/10 based on 8 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Idol?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Idol?

The soundtrack was composed by Paramount Pictures, Embassy Pictures Corporation. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Idol filmed?

The Idol was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Idol?

The total runtime of The Idol is 109 minutes.

Is The Idol suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Idol?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Idol.

Does The Idol have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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