With the conclusion ofSuccession, HBO now has a void in the coveted Sunday night slot. EnterThe Idol, the next HBO drama series with aspirations of becoming a buzzworthy show. Lily-Rose Depp stars as Jocelyn, an aspiring pop star looking to become the world’s top artist after a nervous breakdown ended her previous tour. While planning a comeback, Jocelyn meets Tedros, played by Abel “The Weeknd” Tesfaye, a self-help cult leader and nightclub owner who begins a tumultuous relationship with the singer.
Tesfaye co-created the series with Reza Fahim andEuphoriacreator Sam Levinson.The Idolhad a splashy debut at the 76th Cannes Film Festival, where it became a heated topic of discussion after critics panned the first two episodes. Yet, Levinson believes the attention will work inThe Idol’sfavor, with the potential to become the “biggest show of the summer.” Keep reading for information about the release date, time, channel, and plot forepisode 3ofThe Idolseason 1.
When does episode 3 of The Idol season 1 release?
Episode 2 ofThe Idolseason 1 will air and stream onJune 18, 2023,onHBOandMax.
As of May 23, HBO Max is now known as Max due to the merger of Discovery and WarnerMedia. Programs from Food Network, TLC, HGTV, and Discovery have now been added to Max. These shows includeAlaskan Bush People,Chopped,Dr.Pimple Popper,Fixer Upper,and more. HBO shows and Warner Bros. movies will still be available on Max, includingSuccession,The Batman,Dune,Barry, andThe Sopranos.
What time does episode 3 of The Idol season 1 start?
Episode 3 ofThe Idolwill air and stream simultaneously at9:00 p.m. ET.
What is episode 3 of The Idol season 1 about?
The title of episode 3 isDaybreak. Here’s the official synopsis: “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.”
Can I watch a trailer for The Idol season 1?
Yes, you can! Watch below:
Who stars in episode 3 of The Idol season 1?
The episode 3 cast (perIMDb) includes Depp as Jocelyn, Tesfaye as Tedros, Suzanna Son as Chloe, Troye Sivan as Xander, Moses Sumney as Izaak, Jennie Ruby Jane as Dyanne, Dan Levy as Jocelyn’s publicist, Jane Adams as Nikki Katz, Hari Nef as Talia, Rachel Sennott as Leia, Mike Dean as a music producer, Da’Vine Joy Randolph as Destiny, Ramsey as herself, and Hank Azaria as Chaim.
How many episodes will be in The Idol season 1?
The first season ofThe Idolwill consist of six episodes. Subsequent episodes will be released weekly.
Is The Idol worth watching?
Levinson has a track record of creating shows that dominate pop culture, inspire discussions, and foster passionate fanbases. Look atEuphoria, one of the five most-watched HBO series in the network’s history. If you’re interested in shows that generate discourse and move the needle,The Idolhas a chance to do both.
OnRotten Tomatoes,The Idolsits at 25% on the Tomatometer and holds a 27 Metascore onMetacritic. Despite the poor reviews, this show trends weekly on social media due to the graphic content and The Weeknd’s popularity.
