Idol (2006): cast, story & where to watch
2006 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 2006, Idol is a notable film directed by Christopher Long, running about 85 minutes. “A freak accident catapults an unknown actor into stardom. But how long will his lies keep everyone at bay?” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s 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 "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.
Who’s in it. Idol stars Amber Alexander as Mom 2, Adriano Aragon as German Thug 2, John Arrington as Damsel 2 and Branton Box as Damsel 1, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Idol has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Idol page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Idol (2006)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Idol change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Idol worth watching?
- Idol holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Idol?
- Idol stars Amber Alexander, Adriano Aragon, John Arrington, Branton Box and Richard Burns.
- When was Idol released?
- Idol was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.