The Friend
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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Streaming now in the United States on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Kanopy, and Hoopla.
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Frequently asked questions about The Friend
Where can I watch The Friend in the United States?
The Friend is available to stream on fuboTV, Paramount Plus Premium, Kanopy, and Hoopla in the United States, and to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Is The Friend on Paramount Plus Premium?
Yes. The Friend is streaming on Paramount Plus Premium in the United States, alongside fuboTV, Kanopy, and Hoopla.
Can I watch The Friend for free?
The Friend streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Hoopla. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for The Friend?
The Friend scores 6.7 on The Movie Database, 6.4 on IMDb, 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 66 on Metacritic.
Who stars in The Friend?
The Friend stars Naomi Watts, Bill Murray, Ann Dowd, Constance Wu, and Sarah Pidgeon. David Siegel is the director and Scott McGehee is the director.
How long is The Friend?
The Friend runs 1h 59m (119 minutes).
When did The Friend come out?
The Friend was released on March 28, 2025.
Which studio made The Friend?
The Friend was produced by Big Creek Projects and 3dot Productions in the United States.
How much did The Friend make at the box office?
The Friend grossed $4,139,459 worldwide.
Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.