Rent-A-Pal
He talks to you. He listens to you. He understands you.
2020 | 108m | English
Popularity: 1.0 (history)
| Director: | Jon Stevenson |
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| Writer: | Jon Stevenson |
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| 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. | |
| Release Date: | Oct 11, 2020 |
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| Director: | Jon Stevenson |
| Writer: | Jon Stevenson |
| Genres: | Horror, Thriller |
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| Production Companies | Pretty People Pictures |
| Box Office |
Revenue: $0
Budget: $0 |
| Updates |
Updated: Feb 05, 2026 Entered: Apr 13, 2024 |
| Name | Character |
|---|---|
| Brian Landis Folkins | David |
| Wil Wheaton | Andy |
| Kathleen Brady | Lucille |
| Amy Rutledge | Lisa |
| Adrian Egolf | Diane |
| Olivia Hendrick | Susan |
| Karin Carr | Carla |
| Sara Woodyard | Mary |
| Josh Staab | Camera Guy |
| Luke Sorge | Video Rendezvous Customer |
| Brandon Fryman | Skate Land Employee |
| Name | Job |
|---|---|
| Jon Stevenson | Director |
| Jon Stevenson | Editor, Writer |
| Robert B. Martin Jr. | Casting |
| Scott Park | Director of Photography |
| Jimmy Weber | Original Music Composer |
| Brandon Fryman | Production Design |
| Name | Title |
|---|---|
| Brian Landis Folkins | Producer |
| Raphael Margules | Executive Producer |
| Annie Baker | Producer |
| Robert B. Martin Jr. | Producer |
| Jon Stevenson | Producer |
| Jimmy Weber | Producer |
| Brandon Fryman | Producer |
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Alunauwie
10.0
Rent A Pal is a psychological thriller that explores the dark effects of loneliness through David’s unsettling bond with a videotaped “friend.” The film cleverly blurs the line between reality and delusion, keeping viewers intrigued and uneasy as David’s mental state deteriorates. Strong performance ... s and a chilling, well-executed ending make this a memorable and haunting watch. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com)
Sep 21, 2025