Framed (1947): cast, story & where to watch
1947 · Film · ★ 6.4
Released in 1947, Framed is a drama and crime film directed by Richard Wallace, running about 82 minutes. “"I didn't ask you to come into my life!"” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Truck driver Mike Lambert is a down-and-out mining engineer searching for a job. When his rig breaks down in a small town, he happens upon a venomous seductress. When her boyfriend robs a bank, they intend to frame Lambert.
Who’s in it. Framed stars Glenn Ford as Mike Lambert, Janis Carter as Paula Craig, Barry Sullivan as Steve Price and Edgar Buchanan as Jeff Cunningham, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.4/10, Framed has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Criterion Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Framed page.
If you liked it. Fans of Framed tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Framed (1947)?
- In US, Framed is available to stream on Criterion Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Framed worth watching?
- Framed holds an audience score of 6.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and crime. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Framed?
- Framed stars Glenn Ford, Janis Carter, Barry Sullivan, Edgar Buchanan and Karen Morley.
- When was Framed released?
- Framed was released in 1947, with a runtime of about 82 minutes.