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Overview
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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Cast
Naomi Watts
Iris
Bill Murray
Walter
Ann Dowd
Marjorie
Constance Wu
Tuesday
Sarah Pidgeon
Val
Carla Gugino
Elaine
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Friend available to watch online?
Yes, you can stream The Friend free on StreamVaults in HD — no sign-up required.
What year was The Friend released?
The Friend was released in 2025.
What genre is The Friend?
The Friend is a Comedy, Drama film.
How long is The Friend?
The Friend has a runtime of 1h 59m.
What is The Friend rated?
The Friend has a TMDB rating of 6.7/10 based on 122 reviews.
Who directed The Friend?
The Friend was directed by David Siegel.
