Buddies (1989): cast, story & where to watch
1989 · Film · ★ 6.6
Released in 1989, Buddies is a drama film directed by Yasuo Furuhata, running about 114 minutes.
What it’s about. Based on a celebrated book by Kuniko Mukoda, this film directed by Yasuo Furuhata tells of a close friendship undone by love....
Who’s in it. Buddies stars Ken Takakura as Kadokura, Sumiko Fuji as Tami, Eiji Bandô as Mizuta and Yasuko Tomita, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.6/10, Buddies has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Buddies page.
If you liked it. Fans of Buddies tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Buddies (1989)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Buddies change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Buddies worth watching?
- Buddies holds an audience score of 6.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Buddies?
- Buddies stars Ken Takakura, Sumiko Fuji, Eiji Bandô, Yasuko Tomita and Nobuko Miyamoto.
- When was Buddies released?
- Buddies was released in 1989, with a runtime of about 114 minutes.