The provocative TV drama series The Idol is finally available to watch. It’s directed by Euphoria director Sam Levinson and stars Abel ‘The Weeknd’ Tesfaye. As for the plot, in six parts, it tells the story of pop star Jocelyn, who is played by Lily-Rose Depp, as she navigates Hollywood’s music industry.
According to Sky, “After a nervous breakdown derailed Jocelyn’s (Lily-Rose Depp) 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 (Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye), 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?”
Lily-Rose Depp is a 24-year-old actress and model who has appeared in Silent Night and Voyagers. She is also the daughter of Johnny Depp.
Abel Tesfaye is most known for his musical talents as pop singer The Weeknd, but also appeared as himself in Uncut Gems. This will be Tesfaye’s first live-action TV role, but he has also voiced characters in The Simpsons and Robot Chicken.
Depp and Tesfaye are joined on screen by Eli Roth, Troye Sivan, Jane Adams, Mosey Sumney, Mike Dean, Suzanna Son, Da’vine Joy Randolph, Dan Levy, Rachel Sennott, and Hari Nef.
Reviews are mixed, with some critics saying that the series’ depiction of women is troubling, but also that “Jocelyn’s vulnerability as a star is cleverly dealt with.”
What song does Jocelyn release from The Idol?
The single Jocelyn is releasing in The Idol is called World Class Sinner. It’s a song written for the HBO series, and it is sung by Lily-Rose Depp herself.
The song is expected to be released ââJune 30, 2023, but it is currently not available for streaming.
What other songs are featured in the first episode of The Idol?
Here are the songs that play (or are mentioned) in the first episode.
- Double Fantasy by The Weeknd, featuring Future
- Telegram Sam by T. Rex
- Like a Prayer by Madonna
- Love to Love You Baby by Donna Summer (not played, but mentioned)
- Darling Nikki by Prince
