Storyline

Set in 1990, a lonely bachelor named David (Brian Landis Folkins) searches for an escape from the day-to-day drudgery of caring for his aging mother (Kathleen Brady). 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 (Wil Wheaton), 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.—Pretty People Pictures

Plot Keywords

television news, loneliness, friend, resentment, insanity, murder, violence, photograph, first date, bowling alley, written by director, vhs tape, basement, mother son relationship, blind date, obsession

Short Review

While [the] methods for trying to find companionship are all decades-old ... the emotions at the core of Rent-A-Pal don't feel that distant from 2020 and its digital solutions for human connection.

Trailer

Streaming Service

1. Amazon Video : Rent from $1.99, Or $0.00 with a Prime membership

2. Apple iTunes : Track Price: 12.99, Track Rental Price: 4.99, Collection Price: 12.99, Track Hd Price: 14.99, Track Hd Rental Price: 4.99, Collection Hd Price: 14.99

3. Vudu : [SD - Buy: 5.99, Rent: 3.99] [HDX - Buy: 5.99, Rent: 4.99]