Friend Zone (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 5.3
Released in 2009, Friend Zone is a comedy film directed by Borja Cobeaga, running about 80 minutes. “All girls want him… as a friend” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Bilbao, Spain. After breaking up with Elisa, his girlfriend for several years, Txema meets Claudia, a gorgeous Argentinian girl, in a very awkward situation. They become friends so soon and so easily that Txema misinterprets Claudia's feelings for him.
Who’s in it. Friend Zone stars Gorka Otxoa as José María 'Txema', Sabrina Garciarena as Claudia, Julián López as Rubén and Óscar Ladoire as Uncle Jaime, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.3/10, Friend Zone has proved divisive with audiences. It went on to earn $2M at the box office.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Friend Zone page.
If you liked it. Fans of Friend Zone tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Friend Zone (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Friend Zone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Friend Zone worth watching?
- Friend Zone holds an audience score of 5.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Friend Zone?
- Friend Zone stars Gorka Otxoa, Sabrina Garciarena, Julián López, Óscar Ladoire and Kiti Mánver.
- When was Friend Zone released?
- Friend Zone was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 80 minutes.