Rent-A-Pal
“He talks to you. He listens to you. He understands you.”
Synopsis
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.
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Rent-A-Pal - Official Trailer | HD | IFC MidnightOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2020-08-05
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Sitges Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
September 11, 2020
VOD & Digital Platforms
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$31K
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jon Stevenson
- Screenplay & Story
- Jon Stevenson
- Original Score
- Jimmy Weber
- Original Title
- Rent-A-Pal
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 48m
- Worldwide Gross
- $31K
- Production Studios
- Pretty People Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jon Stevenson
Jon Stevenson
Jimmy Weber
Scott Park
Jon Stevenson
Jimmy Weber, Robert B. Martin Jr., Brian Landis Folkins, Raphael Margules, Jon Stevenson
Department Leadership Roster
Jimmy Weber
Producer
Robert B. Martin Jr.
Producer
Jon Stevenson
Writer
Brian Landis Folkins
Producer
Jon Stevenson
Producer
Annie Baker
Producer
Jon Stevenson
Editor
Brandon Fryman
Producer
Brandon Fryman
Production Design
Scott Park
Director of Photography
Jimmy Weber
Original Music Composer
Jon Stevenson
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Rent-A-Pal
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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.
Who stars in Rent-A-Pal?
The principal cast of Rent-A-Pal includes Brian Landis Folkins, Wil Wheaton, Kathleen Brady, Amy Rutledge, Adrian Egolf.
When was Rent-A-Pal released and how long is it?
Rent-A-Pal was released in 2020 with a total runtime of 1h 48m.
How much did Rent-A-Pal make at the box office?
Rent-A-Pal grossed $31K in worldwide ticket sales.
Who composed the musical score for Rent-A-Pal?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Rent-A-Pal was composed by Jimmy Weber.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Rent-A-Pal?
Rent-A-Pal holds official age classifications: US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).