The Idolmaker 1980
“He's got the look... He's got the talent... He's got the Idolmaker... He's got it all!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Director
- Taylor Hackford
- Networks
- Kirkwood, Koch Company
What is The Idolmaker?
The Idolmaker is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Drama, Romance, Music.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1980
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 117 minutes
- Release date
- Nov 14, 1980
- Studios
- Kirkwood, Koch Company
- Genres
- Drama, Romance, Music
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.6/10
- Episode runtime
- ~117 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Kirkwood, Koch Company
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Overview
The Idolmaker is a film first released in 1980. Catalogued under Drama, Romance, Music. Produced and broadcast by Kirkwood, Koch Company. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A driven music promoter shapes ordinary young performers into legendary pop stars.”
- Features the screen debuts of both Gallagher and Land
- Based on the life of rock promoter and producer Bob Marcucci
- Limited plot details provided in the available sources
Watch it if you are interested in a drama based on the life of a real rock promoter and producer.
The film carries a PG rating and combines elements of drama, romance, and music.
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When was The Idolmaker released in the United States?
The film was released in the United States on November 14, 1980.
What is the runtime of the film?
The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 57 minutes.
Who is the movie based on?
The film is based on the life of rock promoter and producer Bob Marucci.
What are the primary genres of the film?
The film encompasses drama, romance, and music genres.
Did the real-life subject participate in the production?
Bob Marcucci served as a technical advisor for the production.
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