The Buddy System (1984): cast, story & where to watch
1984 · Film · ★ 4.8
Released in 1984, The Buddy System is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Glenn Jordan, running about 110 minutes. “Out of deep friendship comes deep love” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A school truant officer uncovers a young boy's attempt to fake his residential address and subsequently befriends the kid and his mother.
Who’s in it. The Buddy System stars Richard Dreyfuss as Joe, Susan Sarandon as Emily, Nancy Allen as Carrie and Jean Stapleton as Mrs. Price, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.8/10, The Buddy System has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Buddy System page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Buddy System tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Buddy System (1984)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Buddy System change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Buddy System worth watching?
- The Buddy System holds an audience score of 4.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Buddy System?
- The Buddy System stars Richard Dreyfuss, Susan Sarandon, Nancy Allen, Jean Stapleton and Wil Wheaton.
- When was The Buddy System released?
- The Buddy System was released in 1984, with a runtime of about 110 minutes.