Top 100 Films on True Friendship

Description: This coming-of-age story captures the essence of childhood friendship as four boys embark on an adventure to find a missing body. Their journey is filled with humor, danger, and profound moments that define their friendship.

Fact: The film is based on Stephen King's novella "The Body." It was also the first film to use the song "Stand by Me" by Ben E. King, which became synonymous with the movie.

Description: While primarily known for its themes of hope and perseverance, the film also showcases the deep bond between Andy and Red, two inmates who form an unbreakable friendship over decades in prison.

Fact: Despite its initial box office failure, it has since become one of the most beloved films, often topping IMDb's Top 250 list.

Description: This romantic comedy explores the complexities of friendship when Julia Roberts' character realizes she's in love with her best friend just as he's about to marry someone else. It's a testament to the enduring nature of true friendship amidst romantic turmoil.

Fact: The film was initially conceived as a drama, but was rewritten as a comedy after Julia Roberts was cast.

Description: While focusing on themes of justice and the supernatural, the film also explores the deep bond formed between a prison guard and a death row inmate, showcasing the power of friendship in the most unlikely places.

Fact: The film was adapted from Stephen King's novel of the same name, which was originally published in serial form.

Description: Walter Mitty's journey to find a missing negative for Life magazine leads him to form unexpected friendships around the world, highlighting the beauty of human connection.

Fact: The film's ending scene was shot at the real-life location of the volcano in Iceland.

Description: Four best friends share a magical pair of jeans that fits each of them perfectly, symbolizing their bond as they spend their first summer apart. Their friendship is tested but ultimately strengthened by their individual experiences.

Fact: The film is based on the novel by Ann Brashares, which was inspired by her own experiences with friends.

Description: Two terminally ill men, played by Jack Nicholson and Morgan Freeman, escape from their hospital beds to live out their dreams, forming a profound friendship along the way.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life list made by screenwriter Justin Zackham's friend.

Description: In a post-apocalyptic world overrun by zombies, four survivors form an unlikely but tight-knit group, proving that friendship can thrive even in the most dire circumstances.

Fact: The film was originally intended to be a television series, but was converted into a feature film due to the success of its script.

Description: This film captures the essence of high school friendships, with Charlie navigating his way through adolescence with the help of his new friends, Sam and Patrick.

Fact: The film was adapted from Stephen Chbosky's novel, which he also wrote and directed for the screen.

Description: This French film tells the true story of an aristocrat who becomes a quadriplegic from a paragliding accident and hires a young man from the projects to be his caregiver. Their unlikely friendship transcends social barriers and teaches both about life, love, and laughter.

Fact: The film was a massive hit in France, becoming the second highest-grossing French film of all time. It was also remade in English as "The Upside" in