The Fallen Idol (1948)

Director: Carol Reed

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.

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

Joan Young

Mrs. Barrow

Karl Stepanek

First Secretary