

Girlfriends
“Everyone has one, wants one, or is one.”
A photographer and her best friend are roommates. She is stuck with small-change shooting jobs and dreams of success. When her roommate decides to get married and leave, she feels hurt and has to learn how to deal with living alone.
Where to watch Girlfriends in United States
Can I watch Girlfriends in United States? Girlfriends isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Click a service to open Girlfriends there. Availability last verified on September 30, 2026.
Where is Girlfriends streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Spain | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
About Girlfriends
Girlfriends is a 1978 English-language drama and comedy film directed by Claudia Weill. The cast is led by Melanie Mayron, Eli Wallach, Adam Cohen. It has a runtime of 1h 28m. Viewers rate it 6.7/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Girlfriends was produced by Cyclops and Warner Bros. Pictures and made in United States of America. It was released on August 11, 1978, and carries a PG certification.
- Director
- Claudia Weill
- Writers
- Vicki Polon, Claudia Weill
- Release date
- August 11, 1978
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Production
- Cyclops, Warner Bros. Pictures
Girlfriends cast & crew
Girlfriends was directed by Claudia Weill and written by Vicki Polon and Claudia Weill.
The cast features Melanie Mayron as Susan Weinblatt, Eli Wallach as Rabbi Gold, Adam Cohen as Bar Mitzvah Boy, Anita Skinner as Anne Munroe, Jean De Baer as Terry, and Christopher Guest as Eric.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by Michael Small, cinematography is by Fred Murphy, and it was produced by Claudia Weill.
Is Girlfriends worth watching?
Girlfriends holds an audience score of 6.7/10 from 88 ratings, a solidly received drama films.
At 1h 28m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy drama and comedy, Girlfriends is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Girlfriends
Girlfriends isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
Streaming rights change country by country and month by month, so the options above reflect United States today — switch your country at the top of the where-to-watch section to see availability elsewhere.
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Cast of Girlfriends

Melanie Mayron
Susan Weinblatt

Eli Wallach
Rabbi Gold
Adam Cohen
Bar Mitzvah Boy

Anita Skinner
Anne Munroe

Jean De Baer
Terry

Christopher Guest
Eric

Nancy Mette
Denise

Kenneth McMillan
Cabbie

Bob Balaban
Martin
Albert Rogers
Hair Dresser
Jane Anderson
Omega Receptionist
Gina Rogak
Julie
Girlfriends — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Girlfriends in United States?
Girlfriends is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Girlfriends in?
Girlfriends is originally in English, with audio tracks including English, Italian. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Girlfriends?
Girlfriends runs 1 hours 28 minutes (88 minutes).
▸What is Girlfriends rated?
Girlfriends is rated PG. It holds a 6.7/10 audience score from 88 ratings.











