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The Wrong Friend (2018)
The moment Riley meets Chris, she thinks he is handsome, charming and affectionate. He seemed perfect, but after a party at his house, Riley sees that Chris has a darker side. His adoration turns to obsession, her dream into a nightmare and she must figure out what he is after.
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The moment Riley meets Chris, she thinks he is handsome, charming and affectionate. He seemed perfect, but after a party at his house, Riley sees that Chris has a darker side. His adoration turns to obsession, her dream into a nightmare and she must figure out what he is after.
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Genre:Thriller, TV Movie
Written By:Adam Rockoff
In Theaters:9/14/2018
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Runtime:90 minutes
Studio:Hybrid, Lifetime
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