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The Idolmaker

1980-11-14 · 117 min · ★ 5.6

Drama · Romance · Music

Based on the life of rock promoter/producer Bob Marucci, who discovered, among others, Frankie Avalon and Fabian.

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Directors
Taylor Hackford
Production companies
Kirkwood, Koch Company
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Ray SharkeyRay SharkeyVincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri
Peter GallagherPeter GallagherCaesare
Joe PantolianoJoe PantolianoGino Pilato
Paul LandTommy Dee
JoJo D'AmoreHarmon
Maureen McCormickMaureen McCormickEllen Fields
Olympia DukakisOlympia DukakisMrs. Vacarri
Jimmy CarterJimmy Ryan
Tovah FeldshuhTovah FeldshuhBrenda Roberts
John ApreaJohn ApreaMario Vacarri
Richard BrightRichard BrightUncle Tony
Myrna SmithSweet Inspirations
Jeanette LinneSpectator (uncredited)

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