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My Friend Dahmer (2017)

โ€œJeffrey Dahmer murdered 17 men and boys between 1978 and 1991. This is the story before that story.โ€

6.5/10 ยท 663 votes 1h 47m r DramaHorrorHistoryCrime

#174 of 319 films from 2017 #2821 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Marc Meyers ยท Written by Marc Meyers

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Overview

Jeffrey Dahmer struggles with a difficult family life as a young boy. During his teenage years he slowly transforms, edging closer to the serial killer he was to become.

Cast

Ross Lynchas Jeffrey Dahmer
Alex Wolffas John 'Derf' Backderf
Anne Hecheas Joyce Dahmer
Dallas Robertsas Lionel Dahmer
Liam Koethas Dave Dahmer
Nancy Telzerowas Carol Backderf
Tommy Nelsonas Neil
Harrison Holzeras Mike
Brigid Naughtonas Melody
Cameron McKendryas Moose
Katie Stottlemireas Penny
Brady M.K. Dunnas Bossy
Jake Ingrassiaas Gooch
Michael Ryan Boehmas Shorty

Facts

Release dateNovember 3, 2017
Runtime107 min (1h 47m) โ€” about the same as the 2017 average of 107 min
GenresDrama, Horror, History, Crime
LanguageEN
Box office$1,361,611
IMDbtt2291540

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Questions

How long is My Friend Dahmer?
My Friend Dahmer runs 107 minutes (1h 47m).
Is My Friend Dahmer worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.5/10 across 663 votes, which places it #174 of 319 films released in 2017 in this index (top 46%) and #2821 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed My Friend Dahmer?
My Friend Dahmer was directed by Marc Meyers. Other well-rated titles by the same director: All My Life (2020).
Who stars in My Friend Dahmer?
Ross Lynch as Jeffrey Dahmer; Alex Wolff as John 'Derf' Backderf; Anne Heche as Joyce Dahmer; Dallas Roberts as Lionel Dahmer; Liam Koeth as Dave Dahmer; Nancy Telzerow as Carol Backderf.
What is My Friend Dahmer rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for My Friend Dahmer?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/39697.

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