Frances Ha (2013)
Kernel Score: 81% · 1,794 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Comedy, Drama
Released: 2013-05-17
Runtime: 86 minutes
Where to watch Frances Ha
- Stream: Netflix, Philo, AMC+, Sundance Now
- Free with ads: Kanopy, The Roku Channel
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
An aspiring dancer moves to New York City and becomes caught up in a whirlwind of flighty fair-weather friends, diminishing fortunes and career setbacks.
Frances Ha parents' guide: ages 13+
Parents need to know that Frances Ha is an R-rated black-and-white comedy-drama about a struggling dancer's friendships and career setbacks in New York.
- Violence & scariness: None — No violent content indicated in the signals.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Greta Gerwig as Frances Halladay
- Mickey Sumner as Sophie Levee
- Michael Zegen as Benji
- Adam Driver as Lev Shapiro
- Charlotte d'Amboise as Colleen
- Patrick Heusinger as Reade "Patch" Krause
- Michael Esper as Dan
- Grace Gummer as Rachel
- Josh Hamilton as Andy
- Maya Kazan as Caroline
Frances Ha FAQ
Is Frances Ha good?
Frances Ha has an 81% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 1,794 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Frances Ha?
In the US you can stream Frances Ha on Netflix, Philo, AMC+ and Sundance Now, watch it free with ads on Kanopy and The Roku Channel and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Frances Ha OK for kids?
Frances Ha is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 13+. Parents need to know that Frances Ha is an R-rated black-and-white comedy-drama about a struggling dancer's friendships and career setbacks in New York.
What movies are like Frances Ha?
If you liked Frances Ha, try Lady Bird, Synecdoche, New York, Ghost World and Billy Elliot.