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The Friend

The Friend

Starring Oscar nominees Naomi Watts and Bill Murray, alongside Bing the Great Dane, THE FRIEND is an unexpected and heartwarming journey through love, friendship, grief, and healing.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: The Friend
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2025-03-28
  • Runtime: 119 minutes
  • Rating: 6.6/10 (49 votes)
  • Budget: $0
  • Revenue: $4,139,459
  • Production Companies: Big Creek Projects, 3dot Productions
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 3.2831
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

Naomi Watts

Naomi Watts

as Iris

Bill Murray

Bill Murray

as Walter

Ann Dowd

Ann Dowd

as Marjorie

Constance Wu

Constance Wu

as Tuesday

Sarah Pidgeon

Sarah Pidgeon

as Val

Carla Gugino

Carla Gugino

as Elaine

Noma Dumezweni

Noma Dumezweni

as Barbara

Felix Solis

Felix Solis

as Hektor

Owen Teague

Owen Teague

as Carter

Bing

Bing

as Apollo

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

30 Spot

Celebrate

Review

'The Friend' With Scott McGehee and David Siegel | Academy Conversations

Now Playing in Theatres

External Links

Keywords

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Friend?

The Friend is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2025-03-28.

Who are the main actors in The Friend?

The main cast includes Naomi Watts, Bill Murray, Ann Dowd, Constance Wu, Sarah Pidgeon, .

Where can I watch The Friend online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if The Friend is available.

Is The Friend based on a true story?

No official confirmation about it being based on a true story.

What is the IMDb rating of The Friend?

The Friend has an IMDb rating of 6.6/10 based on 49 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of The Friend?

The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $4,139,459 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for The Friend?

The soundtrack was composed by Big Creek Projects, 3dot Productions. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was The Friend filmed?

The Friend was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is The Friend?

The total runtime of The Friend is 119 minutes.

Is The Friend suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to The Friend?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to The Friend.

Does The Friend have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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