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Can We Still Be Friends? (2017)

Filipino · Comedy / Romance · 113 min · R-13
★ 6.1 Early — still settling 179 ratings
▸ Decent one-time watch
Released Jun 14, 2017 2017
Page updated 2026-09-20

Can We Still Be Friends? is streaming in the Philippines on Netflix.

The verdict

Can We Still Be Friends? is an average Filipino film; it passes the time without demanding more of you. It carries a 6.1/10 on TMDB across 179 ratings — squarely mid-table. It clocks in at a standard 113 minutes. In the Philippines you can stream it on Netflix.

Should you spend 1h 53m on it?

1h 53m of Filipino comedy, leaning romance. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.

Why
At 6.1/10 from 179 ratings, audiences are split; the genre fit matters more than the score here.
Skip if
you're in the mood for something with weight
Best for
A normal night, nothing to plan around

Story

Digs a no fuss, no frills kind of guy and idealistic achiever Sam who are friends turned lovers turned exes. Their relationship as a couple lasted for almost eight years until they both decided on an amicable breakup.

Good to know

Runtime1h 53m
Watch with family?R-13 · Older kids & up
GenreComedy / Romance
LanguageFilipino
Best screenStream at home

Director

Prime Cruz

Cast

Gerald Anderson
Gerald Anderson
Digs
Arci Muñoz
Arci Muñoz
Sam
Bryan Santos
Bryan Santos
Brian Sy
Brian Sy
Juan Miguel Severo
Juan Miguel Severo
Erika Padilla
Erika Padilla

Where to watch in the Philippines

Netflix

Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.

Rent or buy
Apple TV StoreApple TV Store

Availability as of 2026-09-20 — platforms may change over time.

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Trailer

Find the trailer on YouTube →

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Frequently asked

Is Can We Still Be Friends? worth watching?
Decent one-time watch. It rates 6.1/10 on audience ratings. 1h 53m of Filipino comedy, leaning romance. Runs about as long as you'd expect, so no scheduling gymnastics needed.
Where can I watch Can We Still Be Friends??
You can stream Can We Still Be Friends? in the Philippines on Netflix.
When is Can We Still Be Friends? coming to streaming?
Can We Still Be Friends? is already streaming in the Philippines on Netflix.
Is Can We Still Be Friends? family friendly?
Can We Still Be Friends? is rated R-13. Fine for older kids with guidance.
What language is Can We Still Be Friends? in?
Can We Still Be Friends? is a Filipino film (Comedy / Romance).
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