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Frankie and Johnny

1991, English. Directed by Garry Marshall.

You never choose love. Love chooses you.

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.

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Runtime
1h 58m
Post-credits
None listed
Language
English
Rated
R

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Popcorn Flick

Fun if you don’t overthink it.

6.8/10 from 684 TMDB viewer ratings.

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Frankie and Johnny isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.

Availability in India as of 11 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

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Released
11 October 1991
Country
United States of America
Written by
Terrence McNally
Budget
$29M
Box office
$23M
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Is Frankie and Johnny worth watching?

Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 684 TMDB viewer ratings.

How long is Frankie and Johnny?

Frankie and Johnny runs 118 minutes (1h 58m).

Does Frankie and Johnny have a post-credits scene?

None is listed for Frankie and Johnny. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.

Frankie and Johnny parents guide: is it suitable for kids?

Frankie and Johnny is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.

Which OTT platform is Frankie and Johnny on?

Frankie and Johnny isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)

What movies are like Frankie and Johnny?

If you liked Frankie and Johnny, try Waitress, Madame, Cocktail.

Who directed Frankie and Johnny?

Frankie and Johnny (1991) was directed by Garry Marshall and stars Al Pacino, Michelle Pfeiffer, Héctor Elizondo.

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