The Idolmaker
“He's got the look... He's got the talent... He's got the Idolmaker... He's got it all!”
1980•PG•1h 57m•5.6•Released
DramaRomanceMusic
Based on the life of rock promoter/producer Bob Marucci, who discovered, among others, Frankie Avalon and Fabian.
Director
Taylor Hackford
Writer
Edward di Lorenzo
Languages
English
Studio
Kirkwood
Cast
Ray Sharkey
Vincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri
Peter Gallagher
Caesare
Joe Pantoliano
Gino Pilato
Paul Land
Tommy Dee
JoJo D'Amore
Harmon
Maureen McCormick
Ellen Fields
Olympia Dukakis
Mrs. Vacarri
Jimmy Carter
Jimmy Ryan
Tovah Feldshuh
Brenda Roberts
John Aprea
Mario Vacarri
Richard Bright
Uncle Tony
Myrna Smith
Sweet Inspirations
Jeanette Linne
Spectator (uncredited)
Production
Company
Kirkwood
Company
Koch Company
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