Frankie and Johnny

Synopsis

When Johnny is released from prison following a forgery charge, he quickly lands a job as a short-order cook at a New York diner. Following a brief fling with waitress Cora, he develops an attraction for Cora's friend and fellow waitress Frankie. While Frankie resists Johnny's charms initially, she eventually relents when her best friend, Tim, persuades her to give Johnny a chance.

Director

Garry Marshall

Written by

Terrence McNally

Music

Marvin Hamlisch

Studio

Paramount Pictures

Released

11 October 1991

Genres

Drama, Romance, Comedy