Friendship (2024 film)
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Directed by | Andrew DeYoung |
Written by | Andrew DeYoung |
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Cinematography | Andy Rydzewski |
Edited by | Sophie Corra |
Music by | Keegan DeWitt |
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Distributed by | A24 |
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Running time | 97 minutes[1] |
Country | United States |
Language | English |
Friendship is a 2024 American comedy film written and directed by Andrew DeYoung, in his directorial debut. It stars Tim Robinson, Paul Rudd, Kate Mara, Jack Dylan Grazer, Josh Segarra and Billy Bryk.
It had its world premiere at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 8, 2024, as part of the festival's Midnight Madness program. It is set to be theatrically released in the United States by A24 on May 9, 2025.
Premise
[edit]Craig's life is disrupted by the arrival of a new neighbor.
Cast
[edit]- Tim Robinson as Craig Waterman
- Paul Rudd as Austin Carmichael
- Kate Mara as Tami Waterman, Craig's wife
- Jack Dylan Grazer as Steven
- Josh Segarra as Austin
- Billy Bryk
- Jason Veasey as Zed
- Jon Glaser
- Eric Rahill
- Conner O'Malley
- Carmen Christopher
- Craig Frank
- Omar Torres
- Jacob Ming-Trent
- Daniel London as Stan
- Whitmer Thomas
- Raphael Sbarge
- Ivy Wolk[2]
- Meredith Garretson as Bianca
Production
[edit]In February 2024, Tim Robinson, Paul Rudd and Kate Mara joined the cast of the film, with Andrew DeYoung set to direct.[3] In March 2024, Jack Dylan Grazer, Josh Segarra, Billy Bryk, Jason Veasey, Jon Glaser, Eric Rahill, Conner O'Malley, Carmen Christopher, Craig Frank, Omar Torres, Jacob Ming-Trent, Daniel London, Whitmer Thomas and Raphael Sbarge joined the cast.[4]
Release
[edit]The film had its world premiere on September 8, 2024 at the Toronto International Film Festival as part of the festival's Midnight Madness program.[5] That same month, A24 acquired the U.S. distribution rights to the film.[6] It is scheduled to be released in theaters on May 9, 2025.[7][8][9]
Reception
[edit]Critical response
[edit]On the review aggregator website Rotten Tomatoes, 87% of 23 critics' reviews are positive, with an average rating of 7.2/10.[10]
Awards
[edit]At TIFF, the film was second runner-up for the People's Choice Award, Midnight Madness.[11]
References
[edit]- ^ "Friendship". Toronto International Film Festival. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
- ^ Wolk, Ivy. “X.Com.” X (Formerly Twitter), 25 July 2024, x.com/wolktress/status/1816499660569141412. Archived 2024-07-26 at the Wayback Machine
- ^ Grobar, Matt (February 2, 2024). "Tim Robinson, Paul Rudd & Kate Mara Join 'Friendship' Comedy". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
- ^ Grobar, Matt (March 20, 2024). "Jack Dylan Grazer, Josh Segarra & Billy Bryk Among New Additions To Tim Robinson Comedy 'Friendship'". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
- ^ Vlessing, Etan (July 25, 2024). "Demi Moore's 'The Substance' to Open Midnight Madness at Toronto Film Fest". The Hollywood Reporter. Archived from the original on July 26, 2024. Retrieved July 25, 2024.
- ^ Fleming, Mike Jr. (September 16, 2024). "A24 Landing TIFF Title 'Friendship' For Mid-7 Figures". Deadline Hollywood. Archived from the original on September 16, 2024. Retrieved September 16, 2024.
- ^ Zemler, Emily (February 11, 2025). "Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd Want to Ruin Each Other's Lives in 'Friendship' Trailer". Rolling Stone. Retrieved February 11, 2025.
- ^ https://www.fandango.com/friendship-2025-239504/movie-overview
- ^ Monroe, Jazz (February 11, 2025). "Tim Robinson Stars Alongside Paul Rudd in First Trailer for New A24 Movie Friendship: Watch". Pitchfork. Retrieved February 13, 2025.
- ^ "Friendship". Rotten Tomatoes. Retrieved February 10, 2025.
- ^ Steve Pond, "‘The Life of Chuck’ Wins Toronto Film Festival’s People’s Choice Award" Archived 2024-09-15 at the Wayback Machine. TheWrap, September 15, 2024.
External links
[edit]- Friendship at IMDb