Mr. Idol (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.6
Released in 2011, Mr. Idol is a comedy, drama and music film directed by Ra Hee-chan, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. It's hard being a Korean popstar! For every Gangnam Style, there are a hundred flameouts. K-Pop sensation Jay Park stars in this musical romp about a sassy music executive on her quest to resurrect a disgraced boy band against all odds.
Who’s in it. Mr. Idol stars Ji Hyun-woo as Lee Yoo-Jin, Park Ye-jin as Oh Goo-Joo, Kim Soo-ro as Sa Hee-Moon and Im Won-hee as Park Sang-Sik, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.6/10, Mr. Idol has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Mr. Idol page.
If you liked it. Fans of Mr. Idol tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Mr. Idol (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Mr. Idol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Mr. Idol worth watching?
- Mr. Idol holds an audience score of 4.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and music. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Mr. Idol?
- Mr. Idol stars Ji Hyun-woo, Park Ye-jin, Kim Soo-ro, Im Won-hee and Jay Park.
- When was Mr. Idol released?
- Mr. Idol was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.