The Idol
TV Series2023 · 1 season · 5 episodes · Cancelled

The Idol

Taste attributes: dramamusic/dancefresh & originalwholesomerealisticlinearenclosedemotive & stirringall consuming questcomplex relationship

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"We all crave things that aren't good for us."

Boxlist takeA moving drama series that is inventive and realistic. Best if you like surprises over comfort.

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Quality rating

5.4 /10

TMDB · 243 votes

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Where to watch

Streaming data: JustWatch

Season

Season 1

· 2023 · 5 episodesTrailer for Season 1 (YouTube) ↗
Episodes (5)
  1. 1Pop Tarts & Rat Tales4 Jun 2023

    As Jocelyn preps for her triumphant return, a leaked photo sends her team into crisis mode – just as a journalist arrives to do an in-depth profile on her. Later, Jocelyn has a chance encounter with nightclub owner Tedros.

  2. 2Double Fantasy11 Jun 2023

    After clashing with her team over her album's first single, Jocelyn pushes herself to the limit on the set of her new music video, while Nikki sees potential in backup dancer Dyanne. Later, Tedros introduces Jocelyn and Leia to Izaak and Chloe from his inner circle.

  3. 3Daybreak18 Jun 2023

    As Tedros inserts himself into Jocelyn's life by offering input on her wardrobe and collaborators, Leia brings her growing concerns to Chaim and Destiny. But when her team suddenly begins to soften toward Tedros, Jocelyn becomes even more emotionally tethered to him.

  4. 4Stars Belong to the World25 Jun 2023

    While fighting for the upper hand in her relationship with Tedros, Jocelyn becomes determined to introduce her new persona to the world. Later, Jocelyn’s team discusses her increasing involvement with Tedros and his inner circle.

  5. 5Jocelyn Forever2 Jul 2023

    While planning a showcase for her upcoming tour, Jocelyn begins to take control of the relationships around her – much to Tedros’s dismay. Later, a meeting with Jocelyn disrupts Nikki’s plans for Dyanne, as disturbing news about Jocelyn’s ex emerges.

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What lines up

  • Originality: Fresh / original, just how this profile likes it
  • Emotional punch: Emotive / stirring, just how this profile likes it
  • Linearity: Linear / logical, just how this profile likes it

What might not click

  • Intricacy: Balanced intricacy, where this profile leans smart / intricate

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Synopsis

After a nervous breakdown derailed Jocelyn's last tour, she’s determined to claim her rightful status as the greatest and sexiest pop star in America. Her passions are reignited by Tedros, a nightclub impresario with a sordid past. Will her romantic awakening take her to glorious new heights or the deepest and darkest depths of her soul?

Synopsis: TMDB

Taste Attributes

all consuming questcomplex relationship

Characteristics

Where this title sits on each taste spectrum

SlowPACEFast
FamiliarORIGINALITYOriginal
DarkTONEWholesome
LightWEIGHTINESSHeavy
FantasyREALISMRealistic
SimpleINTRICACYIntricate
Non-LinearLINEARITYLinear
UnderstatedSTYLEStylised
IntimateSCALEEpic
RestrainedEMOTIONIntense

Cast

The WeekndLily-Rose DeppSuzanna SonTroye SivanJane Adams

Details

Genre
Drama
Year
2023
Status
Cancelled
Studio
A24
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