The Fallen Idol (1948): cast, story & where to watch
1948 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1948, The Fallen Idol is a thriller and drama film directed by Carol Reed, running about 96 minutes. “The suspense is almost unbearable…” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Phillipe, the son of an ambassador in London, idolizes Baines, his father's butler, a kind of hero in the eyes of the child, whose perception changes when he accidentally discovers the secret that Baines keeps and witnesses the consequences that adults' lies can cause.
Who’s in it. The Fallen Idol stars Ralph Richardson as Baines, Michèle Morgan as Julie, Sonia Dresdel as Mrs. Baines and Bobby Henrey as Phillipe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Fallen Idol has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on FlixFling, IndieFlix, BFI Player Amazon Channel and IndieFlix Shorts Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from FlixFling. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Fallen Idol page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Fallen Idol tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Fallen Idol (1948)?
- In US, The Fallen Idol is available to stream on FlixFling, IndieFlix and BFI Player Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from FlixFling. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Fallen Idol worth watching?
- The Fallen Idol holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller and drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Fallen Idol?
- The Fallen Idol stars Ralph Richardson, Michèle Morgan, Sonia Dresdel, Bobby Henrey and Denis O'Dea.
- When was The Fallen Idol released?
- The Fallen Idol was released in 1948, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.