Franklyn (2008): cast, story & where to watch
2008 · Film · ★ 6
Released in 2008, Franklyn is a thriller, fantasy, drama and science fiction film directed by Gerald McMorrow, running about 98 minutes. “Reality is a state of mind.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Set between the parallel worlds of contemporary London and the futuristic faith dominated metropolis of Meanwhile City, Franklyn weaves a tale of four souls, whose lives are intertwined by fate, romance and tragedy. As these worlds collide, a single bullet determines the destiny of these four characters.
Who’s in it. Franklyn stars Eva Green as Emilia, Ryan Phillippe as Preest, Bernard Hill as Esser and Sam Riley as Milo, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.0/10, Franklyn has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Franklyn page.
If you liked it. Fans of Franklyn tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Franklyn (2008)?
- In US, Franklyn is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Franklyn worth watching?
- Franklyn holds an audience score of 6.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, fantasy, drama and science fiction. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Franklyn?
- Franklyn stars Eva Green, Ryan Phillippe, Bernard Hill, Sam Riley and Art Malik.
- When was Franklyn released?
- Franklyn was released in 2008, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.