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Buddy Buddy

Buddy Buddy

Buddy Buddy
1981 1h 36m6.2

Buddy Buddy

“The greatest movie buddies of all time are back!”

ComedyCrime
6.2

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During a high-profile Mafia testimony case in Riverside County, a hired killer checks into a hotel room near the courthouse, while his depressed neighbor contemplates suicide over marital problems.

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DirectorBilly Wilder
ScreenplayBilly Wilder, I. A. L. Diamond
StatusReleased
ReleasedApril 2, 1981
CountryUnited States of America
Languageen
Runtime1h 36m
Budget$10M
Revenue$7M
Loss$3M
Rating⭐ 6.2 / 10
IMDb⭐ 6.5 / 10
Votes109
GenresComedy, Crime
StudioMetro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Bernheim/Weston Productions

Photos3

Cast

Jack Lemmon

Jack Lemmon

Victor Clooney

Walter Matthau

Walter Matthau

Trabucco

Paula Prentiss

Paula Prentiss

Celia Clooney

Klaus Kinski

Klaus Kinski

Dr. Hugo Zuckerbrot

Dana Elcar

Dana Elcar

Capt. Hubris

Miles Chapin

Miles Chapin

Eddie, the Bellhop

Michael Ensign

Michael Ensign

Assistant Manager

Joan Shawlee

Joan Shawlee

Receptionist

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Fil Formicola

Rudy 'Disco' Gambola

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C.J. Hunt

Kowalski

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Bette Raya

Mexican Maid

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Ronnie Sperling

Hippy Husband

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Suzie Galler

Pregnant Wife

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John Schubeck

Newscaster

Ed Begley Jr.

Ed Begley Jr.

Lieutenant #1

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Frank Farmer

Lieutenant #2

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Tom Kindle

Highway Patrolman #1

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Biff Manard

Highway Patrolman #2

Charlotte Stewart

Charlotte Stewart

Nurse

Neile Adams

Neile Adams

Saleswoman

Myrna Dell

Myrna Dell

Cashier

🎭

Gene Price

News Announcer

Ben Lessy

Ben Lessy

Barney Pritzig

🎭

Patti Jerome

Matron

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Gary Allen

Man in Robe

Frances Bay

Frances Bay

Female Patient

🎭

Dean Bruce

Policeman

🎭

Rod Gist

Policeman

🎭

Steve Hershon

Policeman

🎭

John Cutler

Orderly

Billy Beck

Billy Beck

Gentleman

David Carlile

David Carlile

Reporter #1

🎭

Archie Lang

Reporter #2

🎭

Regina Leeds

Reporter #3

Frank Dent

Frank Dent

Reporter #4

🎭

Timothy Sullivan

SWAT Team Member

Troy Melton

Troy Melton

Leopold Schuster

🎭

June Smaney

Housewife

Lorna Thayer

Lorna Thayer

Lady

🎭

Jennifer Fajardo

Polynesian Girl

🎭

Patrick Bishop

Native

🎭

Wendell Titcomb

Native

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Frequently Asked Questions about Buddy Buddy

Where can I watch Buddy Buddy?

Buddy Buddy (1981) streaming availability varies by region. Check Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, and other major platforms. It may also be available for digital rental or purchase on Amazon, Apple TV, or Vudu.

What is Buddy Buddy about?

During a high-profile Mafia testimony case in Riverside County, a hired killer checks into a hotel room near the courthouse, while his depressed neighbor contemplates suicide over marital problems.

Who directed Buddy Buddy?

Buddy Buddy (1981) was directed by Billy Wilder. The film is a Comedy, Crime production with a runtime of 1h 36m, rated 6.2/10.

How long is Buddy Buddy?

Buddy Buddy runs 1h 36m (96 minutes total). Audience rating: 6.2/10 from 109 votes. Genre: Comedy, Crime.

Is Buddy Buddy worth watching?

Buddy Buddy is rated 6.2/10 by 109 viewers — decent with mixed reception. A good pick for Comedy and Crime fans.