In the raw and emotionally charged drama Shovel Buddies, a group of high school friends faces an extraordinary challenge after the sudden death of their beloved friend, Jimmy. Led by the determined and grief-stricken Kate, played by Bella Thorne, the group—including the loyal but conflicted Dan, portrayed by Kian Lawley—makes a pact to fulfill Jimmy’s final, bizarre wish: to bury him in his favorite football jersey at a specific location, a task that requires stealing his body from the funeral home. What follows is a darkly comedic and poignant journey through a single night, as these teenagers navigate their own personal struggles, mounting obstacles, and the weight of their shared loss. Directed by Adam Townley and Simon Atkinson, the film balances moments of irreverent humor with genuine heartache, exploring themes of friendship, loyalty, and the messy process of saying goodbye. With a runtime of 85 minutes, this R-rated tale captures the raw, unfiltered emotions of adolescence, as the "shovel buddies" must dig deep—both literally and metaphorically—to honor their friend and confront their own futures.