Buddy Buddy (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 6.3
Released in 1981, Buddy Buddy is a comedy and crime film directed by Billy Wilder, running about 96 minutes. “The greatest movie buddies of all time are back!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During a high profile Mafia testimony case, a contract killer checks-in a hotel room near the courthouse while his next door depressed neighbor wants to commit suicide due to marital problems.
Who’s in it. Buddy Buddy stars Jack Lemmon as Victor Clooney, Walter Matthau as Trabucco, Paula Prentiss as Celia Clooney and Klaus Kinski as Dr. Hugo Zuckerbrot, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.3/10, Buddy Buddy 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 Buddy Buddy page.
If you liked it. Fans of Buddy Buddy tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Buddy Buddy (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Buddy Buddy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Buddy Buddy worth watching?
- Buddy Buddy holds an audience score of 6.3 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Buddy Buddy?
- Buddy Buddy stars Jack Lemmon, Walter Matthau, Paula Prentiss, Klaus Kinski and Dana Elcar.
- When was Buddy Buddy released?
- Buddy Buddy was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 96 minutes.