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The Idolmaker

The Idolmaker

He's got the look... He's got the talent... He's got the Idolmaker... He's got it all!

Based on the life of rock promoter/producer Bob Marucci, who discovered, among others, Frankie Avalon and Fabian.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Idolmaker
  • Genres: Drama, Romance, Music
  • Release Date: 1980-11-14
  • Runtime: 117 minutes
  • Rating: 5.4/10 (19 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $0
  • Production Companies: Kirkwood, Koch Company
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 2.2283
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Ray Sharkey

Ray Sharkey

as Vincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri

Peter Gallagher

Peter Gallagher

as Caesare

Joe Pantoliano

Joe Pantoliano

as Gino Pilato

Paul Land

Paul Land

as Tommy Dee

JoJo D'Amore

JoJo D'Amore

as Harmon

Maureen McCormick

Maureen McCormick

as Ellen Fields

Olympia Dukakis

Olympia Dukakis

as Mrs. Vacarri

Jimmy Carter

Jimmy Carter

as Jimmy Ryan

Tovah Feldshuh

Tovah Feldshuh

as Brenda Roberts

John Aprea

John Aprea

as Mario Vacarri

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

The Idolmaker 1980 TV trailer

External Links

Keywords

musicalrock music

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Idolmaker?

The Idolmaker is a Drama, Romance, Music movie directed by . It was released on 1980-11-14.

Who are the main actors in The Idolmaker?

The main cast includes Ray Sharkey, Peter Gallagher, Joe Pantoliano, Paul Land, JoJo D'Amore, .

Where can I watch The Idolmaker online?

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

Is The Idolmaker based on a true story?

He's got the look... He's got the talent... He's got the Idolmaker... He's got it all!

What is the IMDb rating of The Idolmaker?

The Idolmaker has an IMDb rating of 5.4/10 based on 19 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Idolmaker?

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

Who composed the soundtrack for The Idolmaker?

The soundtrack was composed by Kirkwood, Koch Company. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Idolmaker filmed?

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

How long is The Idolmaker?

The total runtime of The Idolmaker is 117 minutes.

Is The Idolmaker suitable for kids?

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

Will there be a sequel to The Idolmaker?

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

Does The Idolmaker have a post-credit scene?

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