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Our Friend

2019·Movie
2h 4min·R
72
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Strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension5
  • Fast Pace4
  • Violence3

Heart

Deeply moving and melancholic

Much of it is about family.

  • Pathos9
  • Family Dynamics9
  • Melancholy8

Humor

A little humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Wit & Wordplay3
  • Situational Comedy2
  • Cringe Humor2

World

Everyday modern life, family, and the mind

  • Dialogue Centrality8
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout characters and performances

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Direction7

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography7
  • Music Composition7
  • Editing6

Who it's for

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About

After learning that his terminally ill wife has six months to live, a man welcomes the support of his best friend who moves into their home to help out.
Terminal IllnessFriendshipFamily DramaEmotional SupportHeartfeltCharacter-DrivenResilienceContemporaryMelancholy

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Where can I stream Our Friend legally?

Our Friend is included with a subscription to fuboTV and Paramount+ in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Fandango at Home Free, and Pluto TV. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Our Friend worth watching?

72
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly. It's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 73/100 (IMDb 7.3, Rotten Tomatoes 85%, and Metacritic 57). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Our Friend rated?

RStrong language

It's rated R in the United States. Content advisories: strong language.

How long is Our Friend?

2 h 4 min

Our Friend runs 2 h 4 min.

Is Our Friend based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Our Friend?

Critics71
Audiences75

Yes. Critics average 71 and audiences 75 out of 100, so both groups see Our Friend much the same way.

What language is Our Friend in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Our Friend?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Our Friend in 69 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.