Idol
"A freak accident catapults an unknown actor into stardom. But how long will his lies keep everyone at bay?"
Storyline
Farce about the casting of a gay actor in a gay role on a television series which had previously been played by a straight man. When the original star of a fictional gay-themed action series called "Espionage" unexpectedly dies, network executives go looking for a new actor. They cast Kerry Mitchell (Scott Victor Nelson), unknown, but also openly gay. They spin the idea of an openly gay actor playing a gay role is something new and refreshing. As Kerry gets prepared for the media onslaught, he is also hiding something which could ruin everything! Also starring Matthew Jett Schaefer and Gabrielle Docktor in this independent "mocumentary" style film co-written and co-directed by Mike Heim and Christopher Long.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Idol released?+
Idol was released on June 8, 2006.
Who directed Idol?+
Idol was directed by Christopher Long.
Who stars in Idol?+
The main cast of Idol includes Amber Alexander, Adriano Aragon, John Arrington, Branton Box.
How long is Idol?+
Idol has a runtime of 1h 25m.
What is the rating of Idol?+
Idol has an average audience rating of 2.5 out of 10, based on 4 votes.
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Idol (2006) is not yet confirmed on a major streaming platform. Its OTT release and where to watch it online will be updated here as soon as streaming details are announced.
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What is the OTT release date of Idol?+
Idol had its theatrical/initial release on June 8, 2006. Its OTT (streaming) release date will be listed here once a platform confirms it.
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