The Friend
R
2 HOURS 3 MINS
Drama
A writer adopts the Great Dane of a deceased friend and mentor. Through caring for the dog, the writer experiences love, friendship, grief and healing in the aftermath of loss.
Cast & Crew
Naomi Watts Iris
Bill Murray Walter
Ann Dowd Marjorie
Constance Wu Tuesday
Sarah Pidgeon Val
Carla Gugino Elaine
Noma Dumezweni Barbara
Sarah Baskin Mara
Juliet Brett Sophie
Gina Costigan Jocelyn
Scott McGehee Director
David Siegel Director
Scott McGehee Screenwriter
David Siegel Screenwriter
Liza Chasin Producer
Scott McGehee Producer
David Siegel Producer
Mike Spreter Producer
Naomi Watts Executive Producer
Margaret Chernin Executive Producer
Giles Nuttgens Cinematography
Isaac Hagy Film Editing
Trevor Gureckis Original Music
Jay Wadley Original Music
Kelly McGehee Production Design
Eric Tumolo Set Decoration
Stacey Battat Costume Design
Scotty Anderson Casting
Avy Kaufman Casting
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Upcoming TV Airings
The airings below are based on a generic national schedule. Times and dates can vary by TV provider.
Tuesday, December 30
A writer's life gets thrown into disarray after her closest friend bequeaths her a Great Dane.
Tuesday, December 30
A writer's life gets thrown into disarray after her closest friend bequeaths her a Great Dane.
Sunday, January 4
A writer's life gets thrown into disarray after her closest friend bequeaths her a Great Dane.
Thursday, January 8
A writer's life gets thrown into disarray after her closest friend bequeaths her a Great Dane.
Thursday, January 8
A writer's life gets thrown into disarray after her closest friend bequeaths her a Great Dane.
Friday, January 9
A writer's life gets thrown into disarray after her closest friend bequeaths her a Great Dane.
Sunday, January 11
A writer's life gets thrown into disarray after her closest friend bequeaths her a Great Dane.
Monday, January 12
A writer's life gets thrown into disarray after her closest friend bequeaths her a Great Dane.
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