Apple TVFriends with Benefits (2011)
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Viewer Rating
Rating: 6.5
Overview
Revolving around a group of twentysomething singles as they navigate the difficult, sometimes rewarding, often confusing world of dating. Loyal and devoted to one another, these friends are never too busy to help a member of the group who might be in need. In fact, their companionship often extends into a more intimate setting - the bedroom.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TV
Prime VideoBias Dimensions
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
LGBTQ: Neutral
Overview
Revolving around a group of twentysomething singles as they navigate the difficult, sometimes rewarding, often confusing world of dating. Loyal and devoted to one another, these friends are never too busy to help a member of the group who might be in need. In fact, their companionship often extends into a more intimate setting - the bedroom.
Starring Cast
Where to watch
Apple TVPrime VideoDetailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
The film explores modern relationship dynamics and the attempt to separate sex from emotion, ultimately concluding that genuine emotional connection and traditional romantic commitment are more fulfilling. Its focus is on interpersonal relationships and comedic elements rather than explicit political ideology, leading to a neutral rating.
The movie features a predominantly white and mainstream cast in its significant roles, without intentional race or gender swaps. The narrative centers on heterosexual white protagonists and does not offer a critical portrayal of traditional identities or make DEI themes central to its plot.
Secondary
The film includes Tommy, an openly gay supporting character who is a supportive friend. His portrayal leans into some stereotypes but is not malicious or a source of ridicule. His identity is present but not central to the narrative, resulting in a neutral overall impact on LGBTQ+ themes.
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Friends with Benefits is an original film with characters created specifically for its narrative. It is not an adaptation, biopic, or reboot featuring pre-established characters from prior source material or history. Therefore, no characters undergo a gender swap.
Friends with Benefits is an original film with characters created specifically for this production. There are no pre-existing source materials, historical figures, or prior adaptations from which characters could have been race-swapped.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
6.5
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
User Ratings
6.5
6.5
Critic Ratings
N/A
N/A
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