The Living Idol (1957): cast, story & where to watch
1957 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 1957, The Living Idol is a drama and adventure film directed by René Cardona, running about 100 minutes. “Amazing Adventure Beneath the Curse of the Jaguar God!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. An archaeologist believes a Mexican woman is the reincarnation of an Aztec princess.
Who’s in it. The Living Idol stars Steve Forrest as Terry Matthews, Liliane Montevecchi as Juanita, James Robertson Justice as Doctor Alfred Stoner and Sara García as Elena, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, The Living Idol has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Cohen Media Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Living Idol page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Living Idol tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Living Idol (1957)?
- In US, The Living Idol is available to stream on Cohen Media Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Living Idol worth watching?
- The Living Idol holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Living Idol?
- The Living Idol stars Steve Forrest, Liliane Montevecchi, James Robertson Justice, Sara García and Eduardo Noriega.
- When was The Living Idol released?
- The Living Idol was released in 1957, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.