Buddies
David, a naive graduate student, has volunteered to work as a 'buddy' for people dying of AIDS. Assigned to the intensely political Robert, a lifelong activist whose friends and family have abandoned him following his diagnosis, the two men, each with notably different world views, soon discover common bonds, as David's inner activist awakens and Robert's need for emotional release is fulfilled.
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Streaming now in the United States on Here TV, Kanopy, and Vimeo.
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Official UK Trailer
Remastered Trailer
"Raise a little hell once in a while!"
"Am I the love of Steve's life?"
"I've gotten too close to him"
"When did you know you were gay?"
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Frequently asked questions about Buddies
Where can I watch Buddies in the United States?
Buddies is available to stream on Here TV, Kanopy, and Vimeo in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.
Can I watch Buddies for free?
Buddies streams free with ads in the United States on Kanopy and Vimeo. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.
What are the ratings for Buddies?
Buddies scores 8.2 on The Movie Database.
Who stars in Buddies?
Buddies stars Geoff Edholm, David Schachter, Libby Saines, David Rose, and Billy Lux. Arthur J. Bressan, Jr. is the director.
How long is Buddies?
Buddies runs 1h 21m (81 minutes).
When did Buddies come out?
Buddies was released on September 12, 1985.
Which studio made Buddies?
Buddies was produced by Film and Video Workshop in the United States.
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.