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Friends

19641h 33mMovieDrama

Today is a new day with hopes. A youth hymn that depicts a young truck driver growing up in love with a dream while being supported by his friends who are always close to him. A movie adaptation of a hit song by Kazuo Funaki.

DirectorNozomu Yanase
WritersKenji Yoshida·Takehiro Nakajima

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Cast · Directed by Nozomu Yanase

MHMitsuo Hamada
Mitsuo Hamada
CMChieko Matsubara
Chieko Matsubara
KFKazuo Funaki
Kazuo Funaki
TFTatsuya Fuji
Tatsuya Fuji
KMKayo Matsuo
Kayo Matsuo
MSMasaaki Sakai
Masaaki Sakai

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Friends — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Friends?

Friends isn't streaming anywhere in Canada yet.

Is Friends on Netflix?

No, Friends is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026.

Is Friends on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Friends isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Friends for free?

Friends isn't streaming in Canada yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for Friends?

Friends hasn't started streaming in Canada yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around May 2, 1964. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.