Rent-A-Pal(2020)
“He talks to you. He listens to you. He understands you.”
Overview
Set in 1990, a lonely bachelor named David searches for an escape from the day-to-day drudgery of caring for his aging mother. While seeking a partner through a video dating service, he discovers a strange VHS tape called Rent-A-Pal. Hosted by the charming and charismatic Andy, the tape offers him much-needed company, compassion, and friendship. But Andy's friendship comes at a cost, and David desperately struggles to afford the price of admission.
Director
Jon Stevenson
Studio
Pretty People Pictures
Cast
Brian Landis Folkins
as David
Wil Wheaton
as Andy
Kathleen Brady
as Lucille
Amy Rutledge
as Lisa
Adrian Egolf
as Diane
Olivia Hendrick
as Susan
Karin Carr
as Carla
Sara Woodyard
as Mary
Josh Staab
as Camera Guy
Luke Sorge
as Video Rendezvous Customer
Brandon Fryman
as Skate Land Employee
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2020
Runtime
1h 48m
Language
English
Rating
6.5 / 10
Production Companies
Pretty People Pictures
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Where can I watch Rent-A-Pal?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Rent-A-Pal (2020).
What is Rent-A-Pal about?▼
Set in 1990, a lonely bachelor named David searches for an escape from the day-to-day drudgery of caring for his aging mother. While seeking a partner through a video dating service, he discovers a strange VHS tape called Rent-A-Pal. Hosted by the charming and charismatic Andy, the tape offers him much-needed company, compassion, and friendship. But Andy's friendship comes at a cost, and David desperately struggles to afford the price of admission.
Who directed Rent-A-Pal?▼
Rent-A-Pal was directed by Jon Stevenson and released in 2020. It is a horror, thriller film.
How long is Rent-A-Pal?▼
Rent-A-Pal has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
Who stars in Rent-A-Pal?▼
The cast of Rent-A-Pal includes Brian Landis Folkins as David, Wil Wheaton as Andy, Kathleen Brady as Lucille, Amy Rutledge as Lisa, Adrian Egolf as Diane and more.
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