The Idol (2023)

Name: The Idol
Rating: 5.4

TV-MA — Mature Audiences

Rating: 5.4

IMDb

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?

First Air Date: 2023-06-04

Last Air Date: 2023-07-02

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 5

Created By: Sam Levinson, The Weeknd, Reza Fahim

Networks: HBO

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Top Cast

The Weeknd as Tedros
Lily-Rose Depp as Jocelyn
Suzanna Son as Chloe
Troye Sivan as Xander
Jane Adams as Nikki
Mitch Modes as Mitch
Hank Azaria as Chaim
Ramsey as Ramsey
Da'Vine Joy Randolph as Destiny
Moses Sumney as Izaak

Seasons

None (2023)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: Pop Tarts & Rat Tales (2023-06-04)

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.
Ep. 2: Double Fantasy (2023-06-11)

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.
Ep. 3: Daybreak (2023-06-18)

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.
Ep. 4: Stars Belong to the World (2023-06-25)

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.
Ep. 5: Jocelyn Forever (2023-07-02)

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.