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Spirit of Friendship (2024)
A touching family tale of friendship and loss
Released August 13, 2024•1h 25m•Family
A touching family tale that follows little Billy as he sets out on a mission to speak with his mother in the afterlife while he is still coming to terms with her passing.
Where to Watch
Spirit of Friendship (2024) is available now on these platforms.
US Cable Providers
Xfinity on Demand, DirecTV, Dish, Charter, Verizon Fios, Frontier, Suddenlink, Mediacom, CenturyLink, Google Fiber
Additional Streaming Partners
hoopla, Bell, Rogers, Shaw
Synopsis
A young boy, grieving the recent loss of his mother, attempts to contact her with the help of his friends. That’s when a mysterious man appears, seemingly only visible to him. His friends think he is going crazy, but stand by him anyway. It’s through the two’s discussions that the boy learns to cherish his relationships with loved ones and to navigate loss, love, and eternal connections.
Technical Specifications
Delivery and format information for distributors.
- Runtime
- 85 minutes
- Format
- Digital / DCP
- Resolution
- DCI 4K
- Aspect Ratio
- 1.90:1
- Audio
- 5.1 Surround / Stereo
- Language
- English
- Subtitles
- Available in 10 languages
Cast & Crew
Creative Team
Director / Producer / Writer
Danny LegareCast
Carter GrassiBilly
Jeremy LondonAdult Billy/Narrator
Sal RendinoLeonard
Delaney MicletteEmma
Luca CorticelliMike
Dante CorticelliJake
Brianna GleasonAbby
Glen ReedDad/Mr. C
McKenna JordanHarper
Christian MicletteLance
Shane ShuskaColin
Megan AparoCharlie
Reed NicholesRyan
Key Crew
Writer/DirectorDanny Legare
Director of PhotographyTyler Saari
Production Sound MixerJesse Alexander
ComposerCraig Flaster
Hair/MakeupLiza Kuhns
Production Stills
High-resolution images available for press and marketing.
Awards & Recognition
Festival selections and honors received.
Festival Selections
Green Mountain Christian Film Festival - Official Selection
Critics & Reviews
What reviewers are saying.
“Regardless of the dark topics it explores, it's well-intentioned and could even serve as a springboard for family conversations about moving forward with loss.”
“Spirit of Friendship is a heart-warming independent film that brings to mind the definitive coming-of-age drama Stand By Me.”
“This is a moving story and one that holds heavy messages.”
“Spirit Of Friendship tells a sweet, well-meaning story with a heartwarming message.”
Rating and audience
- Genres
- Family
- Target Audience
- Primary: Children ages 5-12 dealing with loss and grief. Secondary: Parents looking for meaningful family entertainment that addresses childhood anxieties in a gentle, empowering way.
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Bring Spirit of Friendship (2024) Home
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