Rated R, 123 min.
Directed by Scott McGehee and David Siegel, 2024, United States

Based on Sigrid Nunez’s 2018 novel, The Friend follows Iris (Naomi Watts), a solitary writer in New York City who inherits a Great Dane named Apollo after the suicide of her close friend and mentor, Walter (Bill Murray). As Iris navigates her grief and the challenges of caring for a massive dog in a small apartment, she forms unexpected connections with Walter's family and other women from his past. The film delves into themes of loss, companionship, and the healing power of unexpected relationships, highlighting the transformative impact of love and loyalty.​