Monday Night Movie with Avon on Tour: "The Friend"

This week we are showing "The Friend."

“Based on the bestselling novel, writer and teacher Iris (Watts) finds her comfortable, solitary New York life thrown into disarray after her closest friend and mentor (Murray) bequeaths her his beloved 150 lb. Great Dane. The regal yet intractable beast, named Apollo, immediately creates practical problems for Iris, from furniture destruction to eviction notices, as well as more existential ones. Yet as Iris finds herself unexpectedly bonding with Apollo, she begins to come to terms with her past, and her own creative inner life in this story of healing, love, and friendship.” – Bleecker Street

Director: Scott McGehee and David Siegel

Year: 2024

Starring: Naomi Watts as Iris, Bill Murray as Walter, Noma Dumezweni as Barbara, Sarah Pidgeon as Val, Carla Gugino as Elaine, Sarah Baskin as Mara, Constance Wu as Tuesday, Juliet Brett as Sophie, Ann Dowd as Marjorie, Felix Solis as Hektor, Gina Costigan as Jocelyn, Owen Teague as Carter, and Josh Pais as Jerry. 

This movie is 1 hour and 59 minutes and is rated R (for language including a sexual reference).

Avon on Tour

The Avon Theatre Film Center is entering an exciting new chapter. Due to their long-awaited renovation, beginning January 15, 2026, they are committed to keeping the spirit of independent cinema alive through Avon on Tour, films and events presented at beloved partner venues throughout Fairfield County. 

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