The Idol
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United Kingdom · 1966
1h 49m
Director Daniel Petrie
Starring Jennifer Jones, Michael Parks, John Leyton, Jennifer Hilary
Genre Drama
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The Idol is a 1966 British drama film directed by Daniel Petrie and starring Jennifer Jones, Michael Parks, Jennifer Hilary and Guy Doleman. A rebellious student embarks on an affair with the mother of his best friend, leading to disastrous consequences.
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