What My Best Friend Is About
Two women in their 50s decide it's time for an adventure. Júlia and Clara—best friends dealing with the particular chaos of midlife—plan a trip to Europe to visit their daughters, who are studying abroad in Portugal. It's meant to be the perfect family vacation, the kind you see in travel magazines. Except, of course, it won't be. The film follows what happens when real life collides with those carefully constructed expectations, and what these two friends discover about themselves and each other when nothing goes according to plan.
What We Know So Far
According to IMDb, My Best Friend is directed by Susana Garcia and produced by Paris Entretenimiento, with funding from Brazil's national cinema agency (ANCINE) and the Audiovisual Sector Fund. The film is listed as completed on AdoroCinema and carries a runtime of approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes.
The cast includes Mônica Martelli and Ingrid Guimarães in the lead roles, alongside Giulia Benite, Gabi Amaral, Alejandro Albarracín, Albano Jerónimo, Gustavo Machado, Michel Melamed, Ricardo Pereira, and Thaila Ayala. Principal filming took place in Lisbon, Portugal—which makes sense, given where the story's headed. Genre-wise, it's a comedy, and it's being distributed in Brazil through Paris Filmes.
Why It's Anticipated
Honestly, there's something refreshing about a buddy comedy that centers women in their 50s dealing with real stuff—menopause, kids leaving home, the question of who you are when the roles you've been playing start to shift. That's not the usual terrain for mainstream comedies, and it's not often we see it explored with this kind of cast and production backing. The pairing of Martelli and Guimarães—two accomplished Brazilian actors—suggests the filmmakers aren't treating this as a throwaway premise. What's striking is that this is a film that seems genuinely interested in its characters' interior lives, not just their mishaps abroad.
Release Date & Where to Watch
My Best Friend is scheduled for theatrical release in Brazil on September 3, 2026. It hasn't been released yet, and no international release date has been announced. Streaming and OTT platform availability hasn't been confirmed as of now—Movie OTT will track where the film becomes available as distribution deals are finalized. You can check the Movie OTT widget below for the latest updates on where to watch.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is My Best Friend releasing?
The film is scheduled for theatrical release in Brazil on September 3, 2026. International release dates haven't been announced yet.
Is My Best Friend out yet?
No. The film is completed but hasn't been released to audiences. It's expected to premiere theatrically in Brazil in September 2026.
Where will I be able to watch My Best Friend?
As of now, streaming and OTT platform availability hasn't been confirmed. Movie OTT will update this information as soon as distribution rights are announced for different regions.
Who stars in My Best Friend?
Mônica Martelli and Ingrid Guimarães play the two leads, Júlia and Clara. The supporting cast includes Giulia Benite, Gabi Amaral, Alejandro Albarracín, and several other Brazilian and international actors.
Where was My Best Friend filmed?
The film was shot in Lisbon, Portugal, which serves as a central location in the story.
What's Next
We'll be keeping tabs on My Best Friend as we approach its September 2026 release. Trailers and additional cast details may emerge in the coming months—keep an eye on Movie OTT for updates as they arrive.