The Idol
L'Idole
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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.
Cast
Yves Montand
as Fontana
Albert Préjean
as Mitty Joels
Suzanne Dehelly
as Valérie Jourdan
Danielle Godet
as Françoise
Yves Deniaud
as Al Simon
Pierre Labry
as Bender
Robert Berri
as Joe Marchand
Georges Tourreil
as Un journaliste
Bob Ingarao
as Pascal
Jean Berton
as Le garçon de bureau
Jacques Sernas
as
Max Dunand
as
Marcel Melrac
as
Hennery
as
Maurice Régamey
as
Henry Gerrar
as
Guy Henry
as
Jean Berretrot
as
Jean-Pierre Lorrain
as
Stéfan Olec
as
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About The Idol
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. Running 90 minutes.
The Idol Cast and Characters
The cast features Yves Montand (as Fontana), Albert Préjean (as Mitty Joels), Suzanne Dehelly (as Valérie Jourdan), Danielle Godet (as Françoise), and Yves Deniaud (as Al Simon). Their performances are a major reason The Idol has built such a passionate audience.
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▶ Watch The Idol NowWhy People Are Watching The Idol
The Idol flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy French storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.
Frequently Asked Questions about The Idol
Where can I watch The Idol online for free?
You can watch The Idol online free on Bowood.TV. Just open the page and hit play — no signup, no subscription, full HD streaming on phone, tablet, or desktop.
How long is The Idol?
The Idol runs for 90 minutes (about 1.5 hours).
Is The Idol good? What's the rating?
The Idol holds a 6.3/10 rating based on 3 reviews — a solid pick if the genre interests you.
Who is in the cast of The Idol?
The main cast includes Yves Montand, Albert Préjean, Suzanne Dehelly, and Danielle Godet, plus a strong supporting ensemble.
Is The Idol available in French?
Yes — The Idol was originally produced in French and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV. English subtitles are provided when available.
When was The Idol released?
The Idol was released in 1948.
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Where can I watch The Idol for free?
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What is The Idol about?
The Idol is a Drama film. 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.
When was The Idol released?
The Idol was released on February 13, 1948. It has a runtime of 1h 30m. The film was produced by Productions Sigma.
Who stars in The Idol?
The Idol stars Yves Montand, Albert Préjean, Suzanne Dehelly and Danielle Godet. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.
Is The Idol available in HD?
Yes, The Idol is available to stream in high definition (HD) on Bowood.TV. Our players automatically deliver the best quality your connection supports — no extra setup needed.