Frankie and Johnny movie poster

Frankie and Johnny

"You never choose love. Love chooses you."

October 11, 1991 1h 58m 6.8/10 (620 votes)

Originally released in 1991. Frankie and Johnny is a drama/romance film. directed by Garry Marshall.

Starring Al Pacino, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Héctor Elizondo

Synopsis

When Johnny is released from prison following a forgery charge, he quickly lands a job as a short-order cook at a New York diner. Following a brief fling with waitress Cora, he develops an attraction for Cora's friend and fellow waitress Frankie. While Frankie resists Johnny's charms initially, she eventually relents when her best friend, Tim, persuades her to give Johnny a chance.

Quick Facts

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Release Date October 11, 1991 34 years ago
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Runtime 1h 58m 118 minutes total
User Rating 6.8/10 Good (620 votes)
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Budget $29M Production budget
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Box Office $22.8M 0.8x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$29,000,000
Revenue
$22,773,535

Production Companies

  • Paramount Pictures

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Frankie and Johnny about?

When Johnny is released from prison following a forgery charge, he quickly lands a job as a short-order cook at a New York diner. Following a brief fling with waitress Cora, he develops an attracti...

Who directed Frankie and Johnny?

Frankie and Johnny was directed by Garry Marshall.

How long is Frankie and Johnny?

Frankie and Johnny has a runtime of 1 hours and 58 minutes (118 minutes total).

When was Frankie and Johnny released?

Frankie and Johnny was released on October 11, 1991 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Frankie and Johnny?

The main cast of Frankie and Johnny includes Al Pacino, Michelle Pfeiffer, Héctor Elizondo, Nathan Lane, Jane Morris.

Is Frankie and Johnny worth watching?

Frankie and Johnny has a user rating of 6.8/10 based on 620 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.