Girlfriend (2010): cast, story & where to watch

2010 · Film · ★ 6.6

Girlfriend poster

Released in 2010, Girlfriend is a drama and romance film directed by Justin Lerner, running about 93 minutes.

What it’s about. A young man with Down's Syndrome romantically pursues a small town single mom who is still mixed up with her volatile ex-boyfriend.

Who’s in it. Girlfriend stars Jackson Rathbone as Russ, Shannon Woodward as Candy, Sheila Vand as Kenny's Wife (voice) (uncredited) and Rachel Melvin as Actress on Television (voice) (uncredited), among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Girlfriend has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Strand Releasing Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Girlfriend page.

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

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Girlfriend (2010)?
In US, Girlfriend is available to stream on Strand Releasing Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video and Fandango At Home. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Girlfriend worth watching?
Girlfriend holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Girlfriend?
Girlfriend stars Jackson Rathbone, Shannon Woodward, Sheila Vand, Rachel Melvin and Amanda Plummer.
When was Girlfriend released?
Girlfriend was released in 2010, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.