Framed (1930): cast, story & where to watch
1930 · Film · ★ 5.6

Released in 1930, Framed is a crime and adventure film directed by George Archainbaud, running about 65 minutes. “Spiking the death-flashing Gats of Gangland in its Reign of Terror....Dramatic Triumph of the Law, Over the Lawless!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Rose Manning swears revenge for the unjust slaying of her father by Inspector McArthur. Five years later, as a nightclub hostess, she is sought by Chuck Gaines, secretly a bootlegger, but she centers her attentions on young Jimmy Carter, who, she learns, is the son of McArthur.
Who’s in it. Framed stars Evelyn Brent as Rose Manning, Regis Toomey as Jimmy McArthur, Ralf Harolde as Chuck Gaines and William Holden as Inspector 'Butch' McArthur, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.6/10, Framed has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. 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, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Framed (1930)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Framed change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Framed worth watching?
- Framed holds an audience score of 5.6 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and adventure. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Framed?
- Framed stars Evelyn Brent, Regis Toomey, Ralf Harolde, William Holden and Maurice Black.
- When was Framed released?
- Framed was released in 1930, with a runtime of about 65 minutes.
