The Fallen Idol (1948)
The suspense is almost unbearable…
Phillipe, the son of an ambassador in London, hero-worships his father's butler Baines. His perception of the man changes when he accidentally discovers the secret that Baines keeps and witnesses the consequences that adults' lies can cause.
Director: Carol Reed
Genre: Drama, Thriller
Runtime: 96 min
Release Date: September 30, 1948
Cast
- Ralph Richardson - Baines
- Michèle Morgan - Julie
- Sonia Dresdel - Mrs. Baines
- Bobby Henrey - Phillipe
- Denis O'Dea - Inspector Crowe
- Jack Hawkins - Detective Ames
- Walter Fitzgerald - Dr. Fenton
- Dandy Nichols - Mrs. Patterson
- Joan Young - Mrs. Barrow
- Karl Stepanek - First Secretary
Screenplay
- Graham Greene (Short Story)
- Graham Greene (Screenplay)
Music: William Alwyn
Cinematography: Georges Périnal
Editing: Oswald Hafenrichter
Production: London Films Productions
Country: United Kingdom
Language: Français, English
Original Language: en
Keywords
butler, zoo, embassy, suspicion, witness, kids, adult child friendship
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is The Fallen Idol about?
- Phillipe, the son of an ambassador in London, hero-worships his father's butler Baines. His perception of the man changes when he accidentally discovers the secret that Baines keeps and witnesses the consequences that adults' lies can cause.
- Who directed The Fallen Idol?
- The Fallen Idol was directed by Carol Reed.
- Who stars in The Fallen Idol?
- The Fallen Idol stars Ralph Richardson, Michèle Morgan, Sonia Dresdel, Bobby Henrey, Denis O'Dea, Jack Hawkins.
- How long is The Fallen Idol?
- The Fallen Idol has a runtime of 1h 36m (96 minutes).
- What genre is The Fallen Idol?
- The Fallen Idol is a Drama, Thriller film.
- Where was The Fallen Idol produced?
- The Fallen Idol was produced in United Kingdom.