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Movie · 1980 · 117 min

The Idolmaker (1980)

“He's got the look... He's got the talent... He's got the Idolmaker... He's got it all!”

5.6/10 · 23 votes
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The Idolmaker is a 1980 movie (Drama, Romance and Music). The Idolmaker was directed by Taylor Hackford. The Idolmaker runs 117 minutes. It has an average rating of 5.6/10 from 23 viewers. In United States, you can watch The Idolmaker on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus and Tubi TV.

Where can I watch The Idolmaker

📍 United States

Stream

Free

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Available in other countries

Streaming services that carry The Idolmaker, and the countries where you can watch it:

Tubi TV 2 countries 📍

Canada, United States

Amazon Prime Video 1 countries

France

Amazon Prime Video with Ads 1 countries

France

fuboTV 1 countries 📍

United States

MGM+ Amazon Channel 1 countries 📍

United States

Philo 1 countries 📍

United States

MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel 1 countries 📍

United States

MGM Plus 1 countries 📍

United States

Plot

Based on the life of rock promoter/producer Bob Marucci, who discovered, among others, Frankie Avalon and Fabian.

Trailer

The Idolmaker — Trailer

Cast

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Tags

#musical#rock music

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Idolmaker?

In United States, you can watch The Idolmaker on fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, MGM Plus and Tubi TV.

Who stars in The Idolmaker?

The main cast of The Idolmaker includes Ray Sharkey, Peter Gallagher, Joe Pantoliano, Paul Land and JoJo D'Amore.

Who directed The Idolmaker?

The Idolmaker was directed by Taylor Hackford.

When was The Idolmaker released?

The Idolmaker was released on November 14, 1980.

How long is The Idolmaker?

The Idolmaker runs 117 minutes.

Is The Idolmaker worth watching?

The Idolmaker has an average rating of 5.6/10 from 23 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked The Idolmaker?

If you enjoyed The Idolmaker, try Ruth & Boaz, Center Stage: Turn It Up, Pure Country 2: The Gift and Save the Last Dance.

Is The Idolmaker on Tubi TV?

Yes. In United States, The Idolmaker is available on Tubi TV.

Is The Idolmaker on Amazon Prime Video?

Not in United States right now. The Idolmaker is on Amazon Prime Video in: France.

Is The Idolmaker on Amazon Prime Video with Ads?

Not in United States right now. The Idolmaker is on Amazon Prime Video with Ads in: France.

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Updated: October 28, 2026 ·