Is Buddy still in theaters?

Buddy opened in US theaters on August 28, 2026. After 8 weeks it may only be showing at a few cinemas, so check showtimes near you.

Buddy isn't included with a subscription yet, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.

Buddy runs 1h 36m (96 minutes).

Buddy was directed by Casper Kelly.

Buddy stars Keegan-Michael Key, Cristin Milioti, Delaney Quinn and Caleb Williams.

Buddy

Name: Buddy
Genre: Horror, Comedy, Fantasy
Released: 2026-08-28
Duration: 1 h 36 min
Cast: Keegan-Michael Key, Cristin Milioti, Delaney Quinn, Caleb Williams, Madison Skyy Polan

August 28, 20261h 36mRIn theaters

“It's Buddy!”

A magical, singing orange unicorn holds his cast hostage in a surreal TV-show dimension, as he becomes more and more demented.

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Movie Details

Rated: R
Runtime: 1h 36m
Director: Casper Kelly
Written by: Casper Kelly, Jamie King
Budget: $3 million
Box office (worldwide): $27 million

US release dates

In theaters (limited): October 2, 2026
In theaters: August 28, 2026
Digital (rent/buy): October 13, 2026

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Quick Answers

Is Buddy still in theaters?: Buddy opened in US theaters on August 28, 2026. After 8 weeks it may only be showing at a few cinemas, so check showtimes near you.
Is Buddy streaming?: Buddy isn't included with a subscription yet, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube.
How long is Buddy?: Buddy runs 1h 36m (96 minutes).
What is Buddy rated?: Buddy is rated R in the US.
Who directed Buddy?: Buddy was directed by Casper Kelly.
Who stars in Buddy?: Buddy stars Keegan-Michael Key, Cristin Milioti, Delaney Quinn and Caleb Williams.