The Childhood Friend (1994) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
The Childhood Friend (1994) — 40-year-old Arnold Gardner is put in charge of the talk show "The Twenty-fifth Hour" after
The Childhood Friend (1994) Storyline
40-year-old Arnold Gardner is put in charge of the talk show "The Twenty-fifth Hour" after the death of the former host Duncan Mackay. His role on screen creates immediate interest and the program becomes a great success with TV audiences. This proves to be a period of great satisfaction for Arnold, but his childhood friend, Eddie Greenberg, suddenly comes on the scene. Eddie is ill and frustrated by lack of success, and is so resentful and envious of Arnold's fame that he wants him to make a full public confession of a "sin" he committed in his young days.
Full Cast & Crew
- Joe Ryan as Ted Gardner
- Jason Robards III as Arnold Gardner
- Amy Galper as Norma
- Robert Swan as Sortino
- Mary Sellers as Jenny Cohen
- Carolyn Spence as Mirna
- Mary Mulligan as Inge
- Lee Sellars as Randy
- Jim Mullins as Myers
- Steve King as Owen
- Dave Kappas
- Gary Houston as Ross
- Richard Grubbs as Dale
- Jim Ortlieb as Eddie 'Chuck' Greenberg
- Anthony Raymond Olson as Mike
Why Watch The Childhood Friend?
The Vibe: The Childhood Friend is a chilling, atmospheric, and full of suspense horror movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1994. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 5.3/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for thrill-seekers and fans of the macabre. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with horror-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
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