The Buddy System (1984)
1h 50m
Running Time
May 4, 1984Release Date
The Buddy System (1984)
1h 50m
Running Time
May 4, 1984Release Date
Plot.
A school truant officer uncovers a young boy's attempt to fake his residential address and subsequently befriends the kid and his mother.
Where to Watch.
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Cast & Crew.
Richard Dreyfuss
Joe
Susan Sarandon
Emily
Nancy Allen
Carrie
Wil Wheaton
Tim
Jean Stapleton
Mrs. Price
Edward Winter
Jim Parks
Glenn Jordan
Director
Keene Curtis
Dr. Knitz
Mary Agnes Donoghue
Writer
Tom Lacy
The Man Who Gives Emily the Test
Alain Chammas
Producer
Lee Weaver
Ray
Patrick Williams
Composer
Matthew F. Leonetti
Cinematographer
Carolyn Coates
Teacher
Milton Selzer
Landlord
Arthur Schmidt
Editor
Todd Everett
Frank
F. William Parker
Lawyer
Bianca Ferguson
Woman Customer
Lew Horn
Pet Shop Owner
Frank Coppola
Mr. Fleeze
Brent Price
Man Customer
Jason Hervey
Potato
Details.
Wiki.
The Buddy System is a 1984 American romantic comedy film starring Richard Dreyfuss, Susan Sarandon, Nancy Allen, Wil Wheaton and Jean Stapleton. The film was directed by Glenn A. Jordan who is better known for directing and producing numerous television films and television dramas. The film follows the story of a cautious single mother who forms an unlikely friendship with her son's school security guard. The Buddy System was Wil Wheaton's first major film role and his second non-television role after the 1983 film Hambone and Hillie.