Friends and Lovers
Friends and Lovers
2005, English. Directed by Je'Caryous Johnson.
They started out as friends. The trouble began when they became lovers!
Based on the best-selling novel by author Eric Jerome Dickey, this funny and insightful drama follows four African-Americans, detailing the relationship trials and tribulations they face. Stand-up comedian Leonard romances beautiful Debra -- but will her religious convictions cause their relationship to stall? Meanwhile, Debra's friend Shelby starts dating Leonard's buddy Tyrel.
- Runtime
- 2h 15m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
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- Released
- 1 March 2005
- Written by
- Eric Dickey, Je'Caryous Johnson, Gary Guidry
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How long is Friends and Lovers?
Friends and Lovers runs 135 minutes (2h 15m).
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Friends and Lovers isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 1 March 2005. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like Friends and Lovers?
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Who directed Friends and Lovers?
Friends and Lovers (2005) was directed by Je'Caryous Johnson and stars Monica Calhoun, Miguel A. Núñez Jr., Mel Jackson.