My Friend Dahmer (2017) movie poster

My Friend Dahmer (2017)

"Jeffrey Dahmer murdered 17 men and boys between 1978 and 1991. This is the story before that story."
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๐Ÿ‘ 76%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 76% (RT: 85%, MC: 68) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Director
Marc Meyers
Runtime
1h 47m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.5/10 (637 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
85%
Metacritic
68
Cast
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
Tommy Nelson as Neil
Most people think so. 76% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 637 votes. Critics agree, scoring it 76%.
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. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • During production of My Friend Dahmer, the crew faced numerous challenges but managed to complete the shoot ahead of schedule.
  • The initial cut of My Friend Dahmer was reportedly much longer, with several subplots removed to improve the pacing.
Audience Consensus

My Friend Dahmer is a 2017 history, drama, crime film directed by Marc Meyers. 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.

The film has been rated by 637 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a history film, My Friend Dahmer delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

My Friend Dahmer (2017) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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