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Frances

1982·Movie·R·140 min·6.9(123)

Her story is shocking, disturbing, compelling... and true.

The true story of Frances Farmer's meteoric rise to fame in Hollywood and the tragic turn her life took when she was blacklisted.

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Where to watch Frances in United States

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Where is Frances streaming around the world?

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United StatesAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TVAmazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies
CanadaAmazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with AdsApple TV Store
FranceMolotov TVApple TV Store, Orange VOD, Sooner

About Frances

Frances is a 1982 English-language drama film directed by Graeme Clifford. The cast is led by Jessica Lange, Sam Shepard, Kim Stanley. It has a runtime of 2h 20m. Viewers rate it 6.9/10 across 100 ratings. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads.

Frances was produced by Brooksfilms, EMI Films, and Associated Film Distribution and made in United States of America. It was released on December 3, 1982, and carries a R certification. Made on a budget of about $8 million, it went on to gross $5 million worldwide.

Director
Graeme Clifford
Writers
Nicholas Kazan, Christopher De Vore, Eric Bergren
Release date
December 3, 1982
Original language
English
Age rating
R
Status
Released
Country
United States of America
Budget
$8 million
Box office
$5 million
Production
Brooksfilms, EMI Films, Associated Film Distribution
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Frances cast & crew

Frances was directed by Graeme Clifford and written by Nicholas Kazan, Christopher De Vore, and Eric Bergren.

The cast features Jessica Lange as Frances Farmer, Sam Shepard as Harry York, Kim Stanley as Lillian Farmer, Bart Burns as Ernest Farmer, Christopher Pennock as Dick Steele, and James Karen as Juge Hillier.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by John Barry, cinematography is by László Kovács, and it was produced by Jonathan Sanger.

Is Frances worth watching?

Frances holds an audience score of 6.9/10 from 123 ratings, a solidly received drama films.

At 2h 20m, it's a standard feature-length watch.

If you enjoy drama, Frances is worth a place on your watchlist.

How and where to watch Frances

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Cast of Frances

Jessica Lange

Jessica Lange

Frances Farmer

Sam Shepard

Sam Shepard

Harry York

Kim Stanley

Kim Stanley

Lillian Farmer

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Bart Burns

Ernest Farmer

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Christopher Pennock

Dick Steele

James Karen

James Karen

Juge Hillier

Gerald S. O'Loughlin

Gerald S. O'Loughlin

Médecin spécialiste de la lobotomie

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Sarah Cunningham

Alma Styles

Allan Rich

Allan Rich

Mr. Bebe

Woodrow Parfrey

Woodrow Parfrey

Docteur Doyle

Jack Riley

Jack Riley

Bob Barnes

Darrell Larson

Darrell Larson

Louella's Spy

Frances — FAQs

Where can I watch Frances in United States?

Frances is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV in United States.

Is Frances on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Frances is currently available on Amazon Prime Video in United States.

What language is Frances in?

Frances is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.

How long is Frances?

Frances runs 2 hours 20 minutes (140 minutes).

What is Frances rated?

Frances is rated R. It holds a 6.9/10 audience score from 123 ratings.

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