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Imaginary Friends

6.019821h 22mMovieComedyMysteryThriller

Ellen Pitblado is a widow who lives in recluse in 1930s Gloucestershire. When her scummy journalist nephew, Douglas, tries to force her to give him her money, she calls her mysterious lookalike gentlemen friends to her aid.

DirectorMichael Darlow
WritersGeorge Baker·Robert King
ProducerNeil Zeiger

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Not available in United Kingdom
Streaming in 3 other countries

Imaginary Friends isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom right now, but it's available in Austria, Germany, Switzerland. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

Cast · Directed by Michael Darlow

LPLilli Palmer
Lilli Palmer
Ellen Pitblado
PUPeter Ustinov
Peter Ustinov
Philip Lester
RRRoger Rees
Roger Rees
Douglas Pitblado
RGRosamund Greenwood
Rosamund Greenwood
Alice
AL
Amanda Leigh
Grace
DHDavyd Harries
Davyd Harries
Almer, the Landlord
RE
Roy Evans
George
CC
Cyril Cross
Tom

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Imaginary Friends — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Imaginary Friends?

Imaginary Friends isn't on any streaming service in United Kingdom yet, but it's available in Austria, Switzerland and Germany. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

Is Imaginary Friends on Netflix?

No, Imaginary Friends is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of October 2026.

Is Imaginary Friends on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Imaginary Friends isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now.

Where can I watch Imaginary Friends for free?

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