The Fallen Idol (1948)

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.

Directed by: Carol Reed

Written by: Graham Greene

Music by: William Alwyn

Starring: Ralph Richardson, Michèle Morgan, Sonia Dresdel, Bobby Henrey, Denis O'Dea, Jack Hawkins, Walter Fitzgerald, Dandy Nichols, Joan Young, Karl Stepanek

Genre: Drama, Thriller

Released: 1948-09-30

Runtime: 96 minutes

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