Just Friends 2005

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57%
Gummy
sticky mess rating
60%
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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.

Ryan Reynolds

as Chris Brander

Amy Smart

as Jamie Palamino

Anna Faris

as Samantha James

Chris Klein

as Dusty Dinkleman

Julie Hagerty

as Carol Brander

Amy Matysio

as Darla

Giacomo Beltrami

as Young Mike Brander

Fred Ewanuick

as Clark

Wendy Anderson

as Mrs. Palamino

Director:

Roger Kumble

Writer:

Adam 'Tex' Davis

Genres:

Comedy,Romance

Release Date:

2005 (U.S.A)

Run Time:

94 min

MMPA Rating:

PG-13

Critics Reviews

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Nell Minow
Lena Moore ★ TOP CRITIC
Director of “Midnight Mercy”

“Unrelenting and human. This film doesn’t chase trends — it carves its own lane with heart and grit.”

Nell Minow
Bradley Vance ★ TOP CRITIC
Screenwriter of “Dust Country”

“It’s rare to see a story this economical yet emotionally expansive. A quiet storm of a screenplay.”

Nell Minow
Simone Alvarez ★ TOP CRITIC
Producer of “The Burning Floor”

“This is the kind of film that reminds you why producing indies matters. Vision, integrity, and something to say.”

Nell Minow
Harold Kim ★ TOP CRITIC
BAFTA-nominated Actor

“There’s a pulse to this performance-driven story. Raw, exposed, and honest. I’d audition for this world anytime.”

Nell Minow
Maya S. ★ TOP CRITIC
Director

“A visual and emotional tightrope — and it never falls off. Confident filmmaking with soul.”

Nell Minow
Chris D. ★ TOP CRITIC
Screenwriter

“Dialogue that feels lived-in. It doesn’t shout — it breathes. The writing feels like eavesdropping on real lives.”

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Olivia M. ★ TOP CRITIC
Producer

“Impossibly polished for the budget. You can see the producing team hustled hard to make every frame count.”

Audience Reviews

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Lena M

Incredibly done! Can’t wait to watch it again.

Nell Minow
Marty Tyson

Stayed so true to the source material but still had its own must-see moments. A beautiful revival.

Nell Minow
Hope Ayala

Overlong and bogged down in dark photography and art direction, this live action remake doesn’t come close to the magic that was the animated original.

Nell Minow
Jeff B.

My daughter and I absolutely loved this movie! The actors they selected were spot on compared to their animated version! A must see!!!!! Bravo!!!

Nell Minow
Tyler D.

im not a big fan of live action remakes, but this was solid!

Cast & Crew of

Just Friends

Directors & Credit Writers

Credit Writers

Cast

Ryan Reynolds

as Chris Brander

Amy Smart

as Jamie Palamino

Anna Faris

as Samantha James

Chris Klein

as Dusty Dinkleman

Julie Hagerty

as Carol Brander

Amy Matysio

as Darla

Giacomo Beltrami

as Young Mike Brander

Fred Ewanuick

as Clark

Wendy Anderson

as Mrs. Palamino

Barry Flatman

as Mr. Palamino

Mike O'Brien

as Hockey Dad

Ty Olsson

as Tim

Devyn Burant

as Brett

Jaden Ryan

as Joey

Annie Brebner

as Sarah

Justin Kirby

as Jock #1

Stephen Root

as KC

Ashley Scott

as Janice

Grace Kumble

as Toddler with Santa

Lorelei Gibson

as Sheila

John Levin

as Fireman

Trace Fairgrieve

as Movie Patron #2

Glen W. Thompson

as Movie Patron #1

Amanda Park

as Dental Assistant

James Bitonti

as Bouncer

Sally Crooks

as Granny Palamino

Dayna Devon

as TV Show Host

Simon Chin

as Sound Engineer

Jody Peters

as Pilot

Cavan Cunningham

as Record Producer

Jillian Walchuck

as Mandy

Maria Arcé

as Athena

Sharon Bakker

as Rhonda

Trenna Keating

as Nancy

Robin Dunne

as Ray

Rachel Wittman

as Flight Attendant (uncredited)

Jackie Mitchell

as Jock #2

Steve Togerson

as Dental Patient

Michael Ansah

as Wafoofi

Skye Brandon

as Toady

Kelly McDonald

as Girl Skater

Terri Ahl

as Caroler #1

Joan Speirs

as Caroler #2

Jeff Ruf

as Caroler #3

Larry McCormick

as Caroler #4

Robert Painchaud

as Young Boy #1

Maclean Nelson

as Young Boy #2

Ian Williams

as Tough Kid Hockey Player

Mike Simpson

as Priest

Jason Bryant

as Customer

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