Frankie and Johnnie (1936): cast, story & where to watch
1936 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1936, Frankie and Johnnie is a drama film directed by Chester Erskine, running about 66 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of a woman, Frankie, and the man who has done her wrong, Johnnie.
Who’s in it. Frankie and Johnnie stars Helen Morgan as Frankie, Chester Morris as Johnnie Drew, Lilyan Tashman as Nellie Bly and Cora Witherspoon as Mrs. Lumpy Thornton, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Frankie and Johnnie has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Frankie and Johnnie page.
If you liked it. Fans of Frankie and Johnnie tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Frankie and Johnnie (1936)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Frankie and Johnnie change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Frankie and Johnnie worth watching?
- Frankie and Johnnie holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Frankie and Johnnie?
- Frankie and Johnnie stars Helen Morgan, Chester Morris, Lilyan Tashman, Cora Witherspoon and Walter Kingsford.
- When was Frankie and Johnnie released?
- Frankie and Johnnie was released in 1936, with a runtime of about 66 minutes.