Buddies (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 2013, Buddies is a comedy, drama and adventure film directed by Marcelo Galvão, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. A road movie that shows the simple things in life in a poetic light through the eyes of three young people with Down syndrome, who love movies and work at the video library of the institution where they have always lived in. One day, inspired by the movie "Thelma & Louise", they decide to run away using the gardener's old car to have a freedom experience. They travel to uncommon places in search for three simple wishes: Stalone wants to see the sea, Aninha looks for a husband and Marcio needs to fly. During this search, they embark on several adventures as if life was just a children's play
Who’s in it. Buddies stars Ariel Goldenberg as Stalone, Breno Viola as Marcio, Rita Pokk as Aninha and Lima Duarte as Arlindo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, 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 Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Buddies (2013)?
- 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 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Buddies?
- Buddies stars Ariel Goldenberg, Breno Viola, Rita Pokk, Lima Duarte and Rui Unas.
- When was Buddies released?
- Buddies was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.