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.
The Fallen Idol (1948) is a drama and thriller film directed by Carol Reed, released on September 30, 1948 with a runtime of 1h 36m. It stars Ralph Richardson, Michèle Morgan, Sonia Dresdel and Bobby Henrey. Viewers rate it 7.2 out of 10 across 200 ratings.
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Ralph Richardson
as Baines
Michèle Morgan
as Julie
Sonia Dresdel
as Mrs. Baines
Bobby Henrey
as Phillipe
Denis O'Dea
as Inspector Crowe
Jack Hawkins
as Detective Ames
Walter Fitzgerald
as Dr. Fenton
Dandy Nichols
as Mrs. Patterson
Joan Young
as Mrs. Barrow
Karl Stepanek
as First Secretary
Gerard Heinz
as Ambassador
Torin Thatcher
as Policeman
Directed by Carol Reed, written by Graham Greene and Graham Greene, produced by Carol Reed.
Average viewer score of 7.2/10 from 200 ratings.
It's a great life if you don't weaken. The Fallen Idol (AKA: The Lost Illusion) is directed by Carol Reed and adapted to a screenplay by Graham Green from his own short story called The Basement Room. Additional dialogue was scripted by Lesley Storm and William Templeton, the music is by William Alwyn and Georges Périnal is the cinematographer. It stars Ralph Richardson, Bobby Henrey, Michèle Morgan, Sonia Dresdel…
Reviewed on February 8, 2017
“Phillipe” (Bobby Henrey) lives a privileged life as the young son of an ambassador, but he frequently finds himself neglected and dependent on the friendship of their butler “Baines” (Sir Ralph Richardson) who helps keep him occupied. With his father away on his latest trip, the youngster discovers his friend having tea with a woman he calls his niece. Whilst we can appreciate quite clearly that “Julie” (Michèle…
Reviewed on March 30, 2025
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The main cast of The Fallen Idol (1948) includes Ralph Richardson, Michèle Morgan, Sonia Dresdel, Bobby Henrey and Denis O'Dea. The film was directed by Carol Reed. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
The Fallen Idol was released on September 30, 1948 and runs for 1h 36m.
The Fallen Idol (1948) holds an average rating of 7.2 out of 10 from 200 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy drama and thriller films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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