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The Idol

The Idol

The Idol
1966 1h 49m4.4

The Idol

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

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

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DirectorDaniel Petrie
ScreenplayMillard Lampell
StatusReleased
ReleasedFebruary 1, 1966
CountryUnited Kingdom
Languageen
Runtime1h 49m
BudgetN/A
RevenueN/A
Rating⭐ 4.4 / 10
IMDb⭐ 5.3 / 10
Votes9
GenresDrama
StudioParamount Pictures, Embassy Pictures Corporation
The Idol
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Cast

Jennifer Jones

Jennifer Jones

Carol

Michael Parks

Michael Parks

Marco

John Leyton

John Leyton

Timothy

Jennifer Hilary

Jennifer Hilary

Sarah

Guy Doleman

Guy Doleman

Martin Livesey

Natasha Pyne

Natasha Pyne

Rosalind

Jack Watson

Jack Watson

Police Inspector

Jeremy Bulloch

Jeremy Bulloch

Lewis

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Priscilla Morgan

Rosie

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Edna Morris

Mrs. Muller

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Fanny Carby

Barmaid

Renée Houston

Renée Houston

1st Woman at Party

Caroline Blakiston

Caroline Blakiston

2nd Woman at Party

Jane Birkin

Jane Birkin

Art Student

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Gordon Gostelow

Simon

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Derek Ware

Labourer

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Idol

Where can I watch The Idol?

The Idol (1966) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is The Idol about?

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

Who directed The Idol?

The Idol (1966) was directed by Daniel Petrie. The film is a Drama production with a runtime of 1h 49m, rated 4.4/10.

How long is The Idol?

The Idol runs 1h 49m (109 minutes total). Audience rating: 4.4/10 from 9 votes. Genre: Drama.

Is The Idol worth watching?

The Idol is rated 4.4/10 by 9 viewers — below average. A good pick for Drama fans.