The Idol
Everything you need to know about The Idol
In The Idol, we meet Jocelyn, a pop star megastar who’s struggling to break out into a more adult sound.
After being forced to cancel her last tour due to a nervous breakdown after the death of her mother, Jocelyn is determined to make her comeback with a bang – embracing controversy and amping up her sexualised songs.
In the run-up to her new release and tour, she is introduced to the mysterious Tedros on a night out. A nightclub owner with a string of devout followers, Jocelyn is curious about his magnetic nature.
As their connection gets passionate and he becomes a more intrinsic role in her life, Jocelyn is given a new lease of life, as Tedros and his cult-like friendship group slowly begin to take over the trajectory of her career.
Soon, his true motives and his shady past come into question from those around her, particularly her record label team.
Is there more to this story that can be seen? And will she finally achieve the album success she’s always dreamed of?
Released in June 2023, The Idol is comprised of five episodes.
It is created by Euphoria’s Sam Levison, Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye and Reza Fahim.
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Who is in the cast of The Idol?
The key cast members of The Idol are:
Lily-Rose Depp (The King, Nosferatu) as Jocelyn
Abel Tesfaye (best known as musician The Weeknd) as Tedros
Rachel Sennott (Shiva Baby, Bottoms) as Leia
Troye Sivan (Boy Erased, Three Months) as Xander
Suzanna Son (Red Rocket, Fear Street: Prom Queen) as Chloe
Moses Sumney (Creed, MaXXXine) as Izaak
Jane Adams (Hacks, Messiah) as Nikki Katz
Newcomer Jennie Ruby Jane/Jennie Kim as Dyanne
Hari Nef (Barbie, Assassination Nation) as Talia Hirsch
Da'Vine Joy Randolph (The Holdovers, Only Murders in the Building) as Destiny
Hank Azaria (The Birdcage, Brockmire) as Chaim
Will there be a second season of The Idol?
No. It was confirmed in August 2023 that The Idol would not be returning for second season.
The story was not left on a cliffhanger, with the show being considered one complete story.
What is the age rating of The Idol?
The official rating of The Idol in the UK, as certified by the British Board of Film Classification (BBFC), is 18.
This means the show has been deemed suitable for adults only, and should not be viewed by children.
Reasons for this rating is due to the show containing:
Graphic depictions of sex and sexual acts
Frequent depictions of nudity and hypersexualisation of women
Erotic imagery including some that may be deemed pornographic
Discussions of abuse including implied child abuse
Moderate depictions of violence, including sexual violence
Prominent use of strong language
Depictions of drug abuse including cocaine and cannabis
How to watch the The Idol on Sky
The Idol is available now in full on Sky Atlantic and to stream on NOW.
The Idol available now on Sky Atlantic and NOW
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