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What Are Friends For?

7.519801h NRMovieFamilyTV Movie

Two 12-year-old girls going through a divorce make a pact never to divorce their friendship.

DirectorStephen Gyllenhaal
ProducerMartin Tahse

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Cast · Directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal

DHDana Hill
Dana Hill
Michelle Mudd
MHMelora Hardin
Melora Hardin
Amy Warner
DSDrew Snyder
Drew Snyder
Pharmacies
SA
Susan Adams
Mrs. Warner
MCMichael Currie
Michael Currie
Dr. Mudd
TZTasha Zemrus
Tasha Zemrus
Nora
JT
Jill Tyler
Barbra Dulaney
SKSally Kemp
Sally Kemp
Mrs. Mudd
ET
Ellie Tompkins
Diane
RWRoyce Wallace
Royce Wallace
Doll Shop Owner

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What Are Friends For? — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams What Are Friends For??

What Are Friends For? isn't streaming anywhere in Australia yet.

Is What Are Friends For? on Netflix?

No, What Are Friends For? is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026.

Is What Are Friends For? on Amazon Prime Video?

No, What Are Friends For? isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Australia right now.

Where can I watch What Are Friends For? for free?

What Are Friends For? isn't streaming in Australia yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for What Are Friends For??

What Are Friends For? hasn't started streaming in Australia yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 7, 1980. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.