The Idol (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 1948, The Idol is a drama film directed by Alexander Esway, running about 90 minutes.
What it’s about. A young woodcutter turned into a boxer, learns the sad fact that some of his triumphs have been stage managed, and confronts his nasty manager.
Who’s in it. The Idol stars Yves Montand as Fontana, Albert Préjean as Mitty Joels, Suzanne Dehelly as Valérie Jourdan and Danielle Godet as Françoise, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, The Idol has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Idol page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Idol tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Idol (1948)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Idol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Idol worth watching?
- The Idol holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Idol?
- The Idol stars Yves Montand, Albert Préjean, Suzanne Dehelly, Danielle Godet and Yves Deniaud.
- When was The Idol released?
- The Idol was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.