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Just Friends

2005·Movie·PG-13·94 min·6.2(1,809)

He loves her. She loves him not.

While visiting his hometown during Christmas, a man comes face-to-face with his old high school crush whom he was best friends with – a woman whose rejection of him turned him into a ferocious womanizer.

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Where to watch Just Friends in United States

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Where is Just Friends streaming around the world?

CountryStreaming onRent / Buy
United StatesAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
United KingdomLionsgate+ Amazon Channels, YouTube FreeApple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video
CanadaApple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video
GermanyAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store, Amazon Video, maxdome Store
FranceMolotov TV
SpainLionsgate+ Amazon Channels
BrazilAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
South Koreawavve, Watcha, TVING

About Just Friends

Just Friends is a 2005 English-language comedy and romance film directed by Roger Kumble. The cast is led by Ryan Reynolds, Amy Smart, Anna Faris. It has a runtime of 1h 34m. Viewers rate it 6.2/10 across 1800 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.

Just Friends was produced by BenderSpink, Cinezeta, and Cinerenta and made in Germany and United States of America. It was released on November 23, 2005, and carries a PG-13 certification. At the box office it grossed around $51 million worldwide.

Director
Roger Kumble
Writers
Adam 'Tex' Davis
Release date
November 23, 2005
Original language
English
Age rating
PG-13
Status
Released
Country
Germany, United States of America
Box office
$51 million
Production
BenderSpink, Cinezeta, Cinerenta
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Just Friends cast & crew

Just Friends was directed by Roger Kumble and written by Adam 'Tex' Davis.

The cast features Ryan Reynolds as Chris Brander, Amy Smart as Jamie Palamino, Anna Faris as Samantha James, Chris Klein as Dusty Dinkleman, Christopher Rodriguez Marquette as Mike Brander, and Julie Hagerty as Carol Brander.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Jeff Cardoni, cinematography is by Anthony B. Richmond, and it was produced by Chris Bender and Jake Weiner.

Is Just Friends worth watching?

Just Friends holds an audience score of 6.2/10 from 1,809 ratings, a solidly received comedy films.

At 1h 34m, it's an easy, time-light watch.

If you enjoy comedy and romance, Just Friends is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Just Friends

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Cast of Just Friends

Ryan Reynolds

Ryan Reynolds

Chris Brander

Amy Smart

Amy Smart

Jamie Palamino

Anna Faris

Anna Faris

Samantha James

Chris Klein

Chris Klein

Dusty Dinkleman

Christopher Rodriguez Marquette

Christopher Rodriguez Marquette

Mike Brander

Julie Hagerty

Julie Hagerty

Carol Brander

Amy Matysio

Amy Matysio

Darla

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Giacomo Beltrami

Young Mike Brander

Fred Ewanuick

Fred Ewanuick

Clark

Wendy Anderson

Wendy Anderson

Mrs. Palamino

Barry Flatman

Barry Flatman

Mr. Palamino

Mike O'Brien

Mike O'Brien

Hockey Dad

Just Friends — FAQs

Where can I watch Just Friends in United States?

Just Friends 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 Just Friends in?

Just Friends is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Just Friends?

Just Friends runs 1 hours 34 minutes (94 minutes).

What is Just Friends rated?

Just Friends is rated PG-13. It holds a 6.2/10 audience score from 1,809 ratings.

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