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The Fallen Idol

The suspense is almost unbearable…
Sep 30, 1948 · 1h 36m
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Drama
Thriller

PLOT

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.

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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
Directed by Carol Reed

DETAILS

Status
Released
Original language
EN
Budget
—
Revenue
—
Production
London Films Productions
Country
GB

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