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The Idolmaker

5.619801h 57mPGMovieDramaRomanceMusic

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

DirectorTaylor Hackford
WriterEdward di Lorenzo

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Cast · Directed by Taylor Hackford

RSRay Sharkey
Ray Sharkey
Vincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri
PGPeter Gallagher
Peter Gallagher
Caesare
JPJoe Pantoliano
Joe Pantoliano
Gino Pilato
PL
Paul Land
Tommy Dee
JD
JoJo D'Amore
Harmon
MMMaureen McCormick
Maureen McCormick
Ellen Fields
ODOlympia Dukakis
Olympia Dukakis
Mrs. Vacarri
JC
Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Ryan
TFTovah Feldshuh
Tovah Feldshuh
Brenda Roberts
JAJohn Aprea
John Aprea
Mario Vacarri
RBRichard Bright
Richard Bright
Uncle Tony
MS
Myrna Smith
Sweet Inspirations

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The Idolmaker — streaming FAQ

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The Idolmaker is streaming on fuboTV, MGM+ and Philo in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Idolmaker on Netflix?

No, The Idolmaker is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on fuboTV and MGM+.

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