Deadly Friend

Name: Deadly Friend
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1986-10-10
Duration: 1 h 31 min
Cast: Matthew Labyorteaux, Kristy Swanson, Michael Sharrett, Anne Twomey, Anne Ramsey

1986, English. Directed by Wes Craven.

There's no one alive who'll play with the girl next door.

When tragedy strikes his remarkable robot and the beautiful girl next door, lonely teenage genius Paul tries to save them by pushing technology beyond its known limits into a terrifying new realm.

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Runtime: 1h 31m
Post-credits: None listed
Language: English
Rated: R

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.1/10 from 283 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Released: 10 October 1986
Country: United States of America
Written by: Bruce Joel Rubin
Box office: $9M

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What Deadly Friend is based on

Deadly Friend is based on Friend, a 1985 novel.

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Is Deadly Friend worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.1/10 from 283 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Deadly Friend?

Deadly Friend runs 91 minutes (1h 31m).

Does Deadly Friend have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Deadly Friend. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Deadly Friend parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Deadly Friend is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Deadly Friend on?

Deadly Friend isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free or rent it or buy it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)

What movies are like Deadly Friend?

If you liked Deadly Friend, try Evilspeak, Chopping Mall, Demon Seed.

Who directed Deadly Friend?

Deadly Friend (1986) was directed by Wes Craven and stars Matthew Labyorteaux, Kristy Swanson, Michael Sharrett.

What is Deadly Friend based on?

Deadly Friend is based on Friend, a 1985 novel.