Forgiving the Franklins (2006): cast, story & where to watch

2006 · Film · ★ 4

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Released in 2006, Forgiving the Franklins is a comedy, drama and romance film directed by Jay Floyd, running about 98 minutes. “The Religious Sex Comedy That Believes In Odd” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A conservative, God fearing Southern family is spiritually changed by an auto accident, but who they become puts them at odds with the highly conservative values around them.

Who’s in it. Forgiving the Franklins stars Teresa Willis as Betty Franklin, Robertson Dean as Frank Franklin, Aviva Baumann as Caroline Franklin and Vince Pavia as Brian Franklin, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.0/10, Forgiving the Franklins has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Forgiving the Franklins page.

If you liked it. Fans of Forgiving the Franklins tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Forgiving the Franklins (2006)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Forgiving the Franklins change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Forgiving the Franklins worth watching?
Forgiving the Franklins holds an audience score of 4.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, drama and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Forgiving the Franklins?
Forgiving the Franklins stars Teresa Willis, Robertson Dean, Aviva Baumann, Vince Pavia and Mari C. Blackwell.
When was Forgiving the Franklins released?
Forgiving the Franklins was released in 2006, with a runtime of about 98 minutes.