Frame Up (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 2.5

Released in 1991, Frame Up is an action, thriller and drama film directed by Paul Leder, running about 93 minutes. “Two-fisted justice. Double-barreled revenge.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. In the small American town of Orton Creek, David Farmer is accidentally killed by Don Curran, son of town tyrant Will Curran, during a fraternity initiation. The frat boys frame electronic parts salesman Frank Govers for hit-and-run but determined newcomer Sheriff Ralph Baker and his love interest Jo Westlake seek the truth. Govers and girlfriend Lee Ann Hadley hide in a hunting cabin and are captured by prison escapees Mick August and Merlin Wells (who is tricked by Govers into electrocuting himself). August tries to claim the bounty on Govers from Will Curran but Sheriff Baker is only one step behind.
Who’s in it. Frame Up stars Wings Hauser as Ralph Baker, Bobby Di Cicco as Mick J. August, Heather Fairfield as Lee Ann Hadley and Frances Fisher as Jo Westlake, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.5/10, Frame Up has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Frame Up page.
If you liked it. Fans of Frame Up tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Frame Up (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Frame Up change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Frame Up worth watching?
- Frame Up holds an audience score of 2.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, thriller and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Frame Up?
- Frame Up stars Wings Hauser, Bobby Di Cicco, Heather Fairfield, Frances Fisher and Dick Sargent.
- When was Frame Up released?
- Frame Up was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 93 minutes.