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Frankie and Johnny

1966·Movie
1h 27min·NR
IMDb5.6Rotten Tomatoes–48%

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Energy

Calm and low-key

  • Fast Pace6
  • Spectacle6
  • Tension3

Heart

Romantic and hopeful

  • Romance8
  • Hopefulness8
  • Wholesome7

Humor

Some situational comedy and slapstick

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Situational Comedy6
  • Physical Comedy5
  • Wit & Wordplay4

World

Show business

  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6
  • Dialogue Centrality5

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Direction6
  • Acting6
  • Narrative Structure6

Style

Standout score

  • Music Centrality9
  • Music Composition8
  • Cinematography5

Who it's for

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Johnny is a riverboat entertainer with a big gambling problem. After a psychic tells Johnny how he can change his luck, the appearance of a new 'lady luck' soon causes a catfight with Johnny's girlfriend, Frankie.
Elvis MusicalClassic Romantic ComedyRiverboat SettingLighthearted Entertainment60s Wholesome FunLove Triangle ShenanigansGambling FolliesEndearing PerformancesComfort Watch

Crew

Directed by:
Frederick de Cordova, Herbert S. Greene, Earl Barton
Written by:
Alex Gottlieb, Nat Perrin
Produced by:
Alex Gottlieb, Harvey Clermont, Edward Small
Composed by:
Fred Karger, Fred Karger, Al Overton Sr.

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Frankie and Johnny

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Where can I stream Frankie and Johnny legally?

ScreenPixScreenPix Amazon Channel Tubi TV

You can watch it free with ads on YouTube Free and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Frankie and Johnny worth watching?

53
MediocreGoodWatch score

Opinions are mixed, with a GoodWatch score of 53/100 (IMDb 5.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Frankie and Johnny rated?

NR

It's rated NR in the United States.

How long is Frankie and Johnny?

1 h 27 min

Frankie and Johnny runs 1 h 27 min.

What language is Frankie and Johnny in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Frankie and Johnny?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Frankie and Johnny in 76 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Frankie and Johnny use?

Get Out!Dogged Nice GuyPlatonic ProstitutionDefrosting Ice QueenGrand Romantic GestureThe Grunting OrgasmAdaptation Title ChangeDomestic AbuseWoobieGay Best FriendAdaptational AttractivenessDying Aloneand 10 more

TV Tropes lists 22 storytelling tropes for Frankie and Johnny, including Get Out!, Dogged Nice Guy, Platonic Prostitution.