Frankie and Johnny
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Synopsis
Johnny is a riverboat entertainer with a big gambling problem. After a psychic tells Johnny how he can change his luck, the appearance of a new 'lady luck' soon causes a catfight with Johnny's girlfriend, Frankie.
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Frankie and Johnny (1966) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-11-26
Top Cast
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Elvis Presley
Johnny
Donna Douglas
Frankie
Harry Morgan
Cully
Sue Ane Langdon
Mitzi
Nancy Kovack
Nellie Bly
Audrey Christie
Peg
Robert Strauss
Blackie
Anthony Eisley
Clint Braden
Joyce Jameson
Abigail
William Benedict
Bum Sleeping on Bench (uncredited)
Mushy Callahan
Party Guest (uncredited)
Judy Chapman
Earl Barton Dancer (uncredited)
Henry Corden
Gypsy (uncredited)
Jerome Cowan
Joe Wilbur (uncredited)
Cliff Norton
Eddie (uncredited)
Eddie Quillan
Cashier (uncredited)
Naomi Stevens
Princess Zolita (uncredited)
Wilda Taylor
Earl Barton Dancer (uncredited)
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 31, 1966
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Frederick de Cordova
- Screenplay & Story
- Alex Gottlieb
- Original Score
- Fred Karger
- Original Title
- Frankie and Johnny
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Edward Small Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Frederick de Cordova
Alex Gottlieb, Nat Perrin
Fred Karger
Jacques R. Marquette
Edward Small
Department Leadership Roster
Frederick de Cordova
Director
Jacques R. Marquette
Director of Photography
Gwen Wakeling
Costume Design
Edward Small
Producer
Alex Gottlieb
Screenplay
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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NR: Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
International Certification Matrix
General — Suitable for all audiences.
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Frankie and Johnny
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Frankie and Johnny about?
Johnny is a riverboat entertainer with a big gambling problem. After a psychic tells Johnny how he can change his luck, the appearance of a new 'lady luck' soon causes a catfight with Johnny's girlfriend, Frankie.
Who directed Frankie and Johnny?
Frankie and Johnny was directed by Frederick de Cordova.
Who stars in Frankie and Johnny?
The principal cast of Frankie and Johnny includes Elvis Presley, Donna Douglas, Harry Morgan, Sue Ane Langdon, Nancy Kovack.
When was Frankie and Johnny released and how long is it?
Frankie and Johnny was released in 1966 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
Who composed the musical score for Frankie and Johnny?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Frankie and Johnny was composed by Fred Karger.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Frankie and Johnny?
Frankie and Johnny holds official age classifications: AU: G (General — Suitable for all audiences.); DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.); US: NR (Not Rated — Evaluated outside standard classification boards.).