Where can I watch My Friend from Faro (2008)?

In GB, My Friend from Faro is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.

Is My Friend from Faro worth watching?

My Friend from Faro holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.

Who stars in My Friend from Faro?

My Friend from Faro stars Anjorka Strechel, Lucie Hollmann, Tilo Prückner, Isolda Dychauk-Ott and Anna Stieblich.

When was My Friend from Faro released?

My Friend from Faro was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.

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My Friend from Faro (2008): cast, story & where to watch

2008 · Film · ★ 5.4

Released in 2008, My Friend from Faro is a drama film directed by Nana Neul, running about 87 minutes.

What it’s about. Eternal daydreamer Mel can't wait to quit her sucky catering job and fly to her dream destination: Portugal. Things change when the beautiful Jenny literally crashes into her life when Mel nearly runs her over in her classic BMW. It is love at first sight, however there is just one problem: Jenny mistakenly assumes Mel to be a boy. Despite this, the pair become boyfriend and girlfriend. With Mel attempting to disguise her true gender at every turn, her journey from tomboy to out lesbian is fraught with life-defining dilemmas and sweet surprises.

Who’s in it. My Friend from Faro stars Anjorka Strechel as Mel Wandel, Lucie Hollmann as Jenny Schmidt, Tilo Prückner as Willi Wandel and Isolda Dychauk-Ott as Bianca, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 5.4/10, My Friend from Faro has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch My Friend from Faro page.

If you liked it. Fans of My Friend from Faro tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

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Frequently asked

Where can I watch My Friend from Faro (2008)?: In GB, My Friend from Faro is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is My Friend from Faro worth watching?: My Friend from Faro holds an audience score of 5.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in My Friend from Faro?: My Friend from Faro stars Anjorka Strechel, Lucie Hollmann, Tilo Prückner, Isolda Dychauk-Ott and Anna Stieblich.
When was My Friend from Faro released?: My Friend from Faro was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 87 minutes.