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My Friend Joe

19961h 41mChris Bould
IMDb 6.6

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"Best friends find you when you least expect it."

During the course of one summer, a young Irish lad named Chris befriends an American boy named Joe. The two couldn't be more different, yet they become inseparable. Things turn horribly wrong however, when Chris discovers his new best friend isn't a he, but a she. The sadness only begins as Chris learns why Joe's gender must be kept a secret.

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What is My Friend Joe (1996) about?

During the course of one summer, a young Irish lad named Chris befriends an American boy named Joe. The two couldn't be more different, yet they become inseparable. Things turn horribly wrong however, when Chris discovers his new best friend isn't a he, but a she. The sadness only begins as Chris learns why Joe's gender must be kept a secret.

Who stars in My Friend Joe?

My Friend Joe stars Schuyler Fisk (Joe / Joanne), John Cleere (Chris Doyle), Stephen McHattie (Curt), Stanley Townsend (Mr. Doyle), Pauline McLynn (Ms. Doyle). The film was directed by Chris Bould.

How long is My Friend Joe?

My Friend Joe has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1996.

Is My Friend Joe worth watching?

My Friend Joe holds an IMDb rating of 6.6/10. Fans of Family, Drama are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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