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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by countryCast · Directed by Hany Abu-Assad
TB
Tawfeek Barhom
Mohammed Assaf
QA
Qais Attaallah
Mohammed Assaf (younger)
HA
Hiba Attalah
Nour
AQ
Ahmad Qasem
Young Ahmad
AB
Abdel Kareem Barakeh
Young Omar
TH
Teya Hussein
Young Amal
DA
Dima Awawdeh
Amal
AR
Ahmed Al Rokh
Omar
SS
Saber Shreim
Ahmad
AH
Amer Hlehel
Kamal
MA
Manal Awad
Mohammed's Mother
WE
Walid Abed Elsalam
Mohammed's Father
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The Idol — streaming FAQ
Which OTT platform streams The Idol?
The Idol is streaming on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS and Studiocanal Presents in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.
Is The Idol on Netflix?
No, The Idol is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026. It's currently on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS and Studiocanal Presents.
Is The Idol on Amazon Prime Video?
The Idol isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.
Where can I watch The Idol for free?
The Idol is available on STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS and Studiocanal Presents in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.
Is The Idol based on a true story?
Yes — The Idol is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).
