

My Friend Max
2017, English. Directed by Mikeal Burgin.
In order to hold on, you have to be willing to let go
After the loss of her father, young Thea has lived a secluded life without any friends, except for one. Her imaginary friend, Max, is a cause for concern for Thea's mother, who drastically intervenes with Thea's solitary social life. As a result, Max finds himself competing for Thea's attention, and his own existence.
- Runtime
- 0h 29m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 2 February 2017
- Written by
- Mikeal Burgin, Chuck Mittan
- Budget
- $10K
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My Friend Max runs 29 minutes (0h 29m).
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My Friend Max is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
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My Friend Max isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 2 February 2017. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
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Who directed My Friend Max?
My Friend Max (2017) was directed by Mikeal Burgin and stars Doug Jones, Kaylynn Burgin, Madison R. Wells.