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Frankie and Johnny (1991)

“You never choose love. Love chooses you.”

6.8/10 · 670 votes 1h 58m r ComedyRomanceDrama

#33 of 63 films from 1991 #1042 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Garry Marshall · Written by Terrence McNally

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Overview

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.

Cast

Al Pacinoas Johnny
Michelle Pfeifferas Frankie
Héctor Elizondoas Nick
Nathan Laneas Tim
Jane Morrisas Nedda
Kate Nelliganas Cora
Greg Lewisas Tino
Al Fannas Luther
Glenn Plummeras Peter
Sean O'Bryanas Bobby
Fernando Lópezas Jorge
Ele Keatsas Artemis
Phil Leedsas Mr. DeLeon
K Callanas Frankie's Mother

Facts

Release dateOctober 11, 1991
Runtime118 min (1h 58m) — longer as the 1991 average of 107 min
GenresComedy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$29,000,000
Box office$22,773,535 (0.8× budget)
IMDbtt0101912

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Questions

How long is Frankie and Johnny?
Frankie and Johnny runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).
Is Frankie and Johnny worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.8/10 across 670 votes, which places it #33 of 63 films released in 1991 in this index (top 49%) and #1042 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Frankie and Johnny?
Frankie and Johnny was directed by Garry Marshall. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Pretty Woman (1990), The Princess Diaries (2001), Overboard (1987).
Who stars in Frankie and Johnny?
Al Pacino as Johnny; Michelle Pfeiffer as Frankie; Héctor Elizondo as Nick; Nathan Lane as Tim; Jane Morris as Nedda; Kate Nelligan as Cora.
What is Frankie and Johnny rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Frankie and Johnny?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/3702.

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