5.3/104,515 votesLoading...#1 - Pop Tarts & Rat Tales
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/4/2023
As Jocelyn preps for her triumphant return, a leaked photo sends her team into crisis mode – just as a journalist arrives to do an in-depth profile on her. Later, Jocelyn has a chance encounter with nightclub owner Tedros.
Director: Sam Levinson
Writer: N/A
4.9/103,454 votesLoading...#2 - Double Fantasy
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/11/2023
After clashing with her team over her album's first single, Jocelyn pushes herself to the limit on the set of her new music video, while Nikki sees potential in backup dancer Dyanne. Later, Tedros introduces Jocelyn and Leia to Izaak and Chloe from his inner circle.
Director: Sam Levinson
Writer: N/A
4.7/102,193 votesLoading...#3 - Stars Belong to the World
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 6/25/2023
While fighting for the upper hand in her relationship with Tedros, Jocelyn becomes determined to introduce her new persona to the world. Later, Jocelyn’s team discusses her increasing involvement with Tedros and his inner circle.
Director: Sam Levinson
Writer: N/A
4.5/102,704 votesLoading...#4 - Daybreak
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/18/2023
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. But when her team suddenly begins to soften toward Tedros, Jocelyn becomes even more emotionally tethered to him.
Director: Sam Levinson
Writer: N/A
4.0/102,470 votesLoading...#5 - Jocelyn Forever
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 7/2/2023
While planning a showcase for her upcoming tour, Jocelyn begins to take control of the relationships around her – much to Tedros’s dismay. Later, a meeting with Jocelyn disrupts Nikki’s plans for Dyanne, as disturbing news about Jocelyn’s ex emerges.
Director: Sam Levinson
Writer: N/A
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After a nervous breakdown derailed Jocelyn's last tour, she’s determined to claim her rightful status as the greatest and sexiest pop star in America. Her...
Genre:Drama
Network:HBO
Best Episodes Summary
"Pop Tarts & Rat Tales" is the best rated episode of "The Idol". It scored 5.3/10 based on 4515 votes. Directed by Sam Levinson and written by N/A, it aired on 6/4/2023. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Double Fantasy".