Frankie the Milkman (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1956, Frankie the Milkman is a comedy film directed by Kō Nakahira, running about 84 minutes.
What it’s about. Roppeita is big in size, clumsy and full of energy. When his grandfather orders him to move out to Tokyo to save a sinking milk delivery business a distant relative of his runs, he encounters the most strangest of clientele.
Who’s in it. Frankie the Milkman stars Frankie Sakai as Rukuheita Sakai / Kogorô Sakai, Yoshiko Tsubouchi as Sanae Sugi, Shoichi Ozawa as Shingo Yamaguchi and Toshiyuki Ichimura as KiIntarô Ichimura, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, Frankie the Milkman sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Frankie the Milkman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Frankie the Milkman tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Frankie the Milkman (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Frankie the Milkman change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Frankie the Milkman worth watching?
- Frankie the Milkman holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Frankie the Milkman?
- Frankie the Milkman stars Frankie Sakai, Yoshiko Tsubouchi, Shoichi Ozawa, Toshiyuki Ichimura and Harue Tone.
- When was Frankie the Milkman released?
- Frankie the Milkman was released in 1956, with a runtime of about 84 minutes.