About this movie
New York City writer Iris finds her comfortable, solitary life thrown into disarray after her closest friend and mentor bequeaths her a Great Dane named Apollo. The huge dog immediately creates practical problems for Iris, from furniture destruction to eviction notices, as well as more existential ones. Yet as Iris finds herself unexpectedly bonding with Apollo, she begins to come to terms with her past, and her own creative inner life.
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Quick facts
Year
2025
Runtime
1h 59m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 6.6/10
Votes
119
Genre
Comedy, Drama
Director
Language
EN
Cast
new york city
suicide
based on novel or book
mentor
writer
dog
death of friend
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Questions about The Friend
How long is The Friend?
The Friend has a runtime of 1h 59m (1 hour and 59 minutes).
Who directed The Friend?
The Friend was directed by David Siegel and released in 2025.
What genre is The Friend?
The Friend is a Comedy, Drama film (2025).
Who stars in The Friend?
The cast of The Friend includes Naomi Watts, Bill Murray, Ann Dowd, Constance Wu, Sarah Pidgeon.
What is the TMDB rating for The Friend?
The Friend has a TMDB rating of 6.6/10 based on 119 votes.
