Tim Robinson, the metro Detroiter who co-created "Detroiters" with Sam Robinson, has his first leading role in dark comedy that also stars Paul Rudd. advertisement. Detroit Free Press.

Tim Robinson and Paul Rudd have a budding bromance in the new A24 comedy “Friendship.” The new film finds Robinson’s character trying to strike up a new friendship with his neighbor.

TIM ROBINSON: When Andy sent it to me, it was like the fastest I’d ever read anything. It was just really funny and sad, in a lot of ways, and I liked how sad the character is.

Tim Robinson and film's director have a friendship of their own "Friendship" is getting a strong reception, so far ranking more than 90% positive among critics on Rotten Tomatoes.