The Friends (1994): cast, story & where to watch
1994 · Film · ★ 7.3
Released in 1994, The Friends is a drama film directed by Shinji Sômai, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. A delightful and moving coming-of-age story. One summer, three young boys take an increasing interest in an eccentric old man who lives alone in a house surrounded by an overgrown garden. The boys form a bond with the recluse and set about weeding and replanting the garden.
Who’s in it. The Friends stars Rentaro Mikuni as Kihachi Denpo, Naoki Sakata as Atsushi Kiyama, Yasutaka Oh as Kawabe and Ken'ichi Makino, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.3/10, The Friends has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Friends page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Friends tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Friends (1994)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Friends change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Friends worth watching?
- The Friends holds an audience score of 7.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Friends?
- The Friends stars Rentaro Mikuni, Naoki Sakata, Yasutaka Oh, Ken'ichi Makino and Akira Emoto.
- When was The Friends released?
- The Friends was released in 1994, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.