Idol
"A freak accident catapults an unknown actor into stardom. But how long will his lies keep everyone at bay?"
Originally released in 2006. Idol is a feature film. directed by Mike Heim. At just 85 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Amber Alexander, Adriano Aragon, and John Arrington
Synopsis
Farce about the casting of a gay actor in a gay role on a television series which had previously been played by a straight man. When the original star of a fictional gay-themed action series called "Espionage" unexpectedly dies, network executives go looking for a new actor. They cast Kerry Mitchell (Scott Victor Nelson), unknown, but also openly gay. They spin the idea of an openly gay actor playing a gay role is something new and refreshing. As Kerry gets prepared for the media onslaught, he is also hiding something which could ruin everything! Also starring Matthew Jett Schaefer and Gabrielle Docktor in this independent "mocumentary" style film co-written and co-directed by Mike Heim and Christopher Long.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 8, 2006
19 years ago
Runtime
1h 25m
85 minutes total
User Rating
2.5/10
Mixed (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Directors
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Hardsell Productions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Idol about?
Farce about the casting of a gay actor in a gay role on a television series which had previously been played by a straight man. When the original star of a fictional gay-themed action series called...
Who directed Idol?
Idol was directed by Mike Heim.
How long is Idol?
Idol has a runtime of 1 hours and 25 minutes (85 minutes total).
When was Idol released?
Idol was released on June 8, 2006 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Idol?
The main cast of Idol includes Amber Alexander, Adriano Aragon, John Arrington, Branton Box, Richard Burns.