Buddy (2026)
Kernel Score: 85% · 25 TMDB ratings · Rated R
Genres: Horror, Comedy
Released: 2026-08-27
Runtime: 95 minutes
Where to watch Buddy
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-11-12.
Overview
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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Director
Casper Kelly
Cast
- Cristin Milioti as Grace
- Delaney Quinn as Freddy
- Topher Grace as Ben
- Keegan-Michael Key as Buddy the Unicorn (voice)
- Michael Shannon as Willie (voice)
- Patton Oswalt as Strappy (voice)
- Clint Howard as George
- Eric Bauza as Mr. Mailbox / Worry Well / Couchy / Trashy / Pee Flower (voice)
- Sergey Zhuravsky as Buddy the Unicorn (suit)
- Jonathan Yurco as Dark Buddy (suit)
Buddy FAQ
Is Buddy good?
Buddy has an 85% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels, our own critic-informed editorial score.
Where can I watch Buddy?
In the US you can rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
What is Buddy rated?
Buddy is rated R.
What movies are like Buddy?
If you liked Buddy, try Fright Night, The Black Phone, Why Don't You Play in Hell? and Mirage.