The Idol
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Synopsis
The death of Gary brings back the memories of Terry Walker who idolized him.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 22, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Tom DeSimone
- Screenplay & Story
- Tom DeSimone
- Original Title
- The Idol
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Hand In Hand Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Tom DeSimone
Tom DeSimone
Nick Elliot
Tom DeSimone
Department Leadership Roster
Tom DeSimone
Writer
Tom DeSimone
Director
Nick Elliot
Director of Photography
Tom DeSimone
Producer
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Idol
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What is The Idol about?
The death of Gary brings back the memories of Terry Walker who idolized him.
Who directed The Idol?
The Idol was directed by Tom DeSimone.
Who stars in The Idol?
The principal cast of The Idol includes Kevin Redding, Mark Bitler, Darla-Lee Barnett, Nick Rodgers, Greg Dale.
When was The Idol released and how long is it?
The Idol was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.