Best Fake Friends
Best Fake Friends

Movie spotlight

Best Fake Friends

2016
Movie
102 min
English

New to town, Joy, a lonely and naive housewife, gets swept up into the dangerous world of Alpha moms and is tested to her breaking point.

Insights

IMDb6.0/10
Director: Chris KochGenres: Comedy, Family

Plot Summary

Two middle schoolers, a popular girl and an awkward boy, become unlikely friends when they discover their parents are dating each other. As their families merge, they must navigate the challenges of blended families, new siblings, and maintaining their own friendships amidst the chaos.

Critical Reception

Best Fake Friends was a made-for-television movie primarily aimed at a younger audience. It received a generally positive reception for its lighthearted humor and relatable themes of family and friendship, though it was not widely reviewed by major critics.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its humor and heartwarming story about family.

  • Appreciated for its positive messages for young audiences.

  • Considered a fun and lighthearted family viewing experience.

Google audience: Audience reception is not readily available through aggregated Google user reviews for this specific made-for-TV movie.

Fun Fact

The film was originally developed under the working title 'My Sister's Friend' before being renamed 'Best Fake Friends'.

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