The Idolmaker

The Idolmaker

1980 · Movie · Released · 117 min · ★ 5.6

DramaRomanceMusic

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

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Cast

Ray Sharkey

Ray SharkeyVincent 'Vinnie' Vacarri

Peter Gallagher

Peter GallagherCaesare

Joe Pantoliano

Joe PantolianoGino Pilato

Paul LandTommy Dee

JoJo D'AmoreHarmon

Maureen McCormick

Maureen McCormickEllen Fields

Olympia Dukakis

Olympia DukakisMrs. Vacarri

Jimmy CarterJimmy Ryan

Tovah Feldshuh

Tovah FeldshuhBrenda Roberts

John Aprea

John ApreaMario Vacarri

Richard Bright

Richard BrightUncle Tony

Myrna SmithSweet Inspirations

Jeanette LinneSpectator (uncredited)

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