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The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… (1996): Cast

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The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… is a 1996 crime mystery film directed by Jeannot Szwarc, starring James Garner as Jim Rockford, Carmen Argenziano and Dyan Cannon. It runs 1 hour 32 minutes.

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The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… (1996) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 32m (92 min)
Director
Jeannot Szwarc
Genres
Crime , Mystery
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… About?

The premise of The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… without spoilers.

Jim Rockford, is framed for the murder of another rival detective with whom Jim was seen having an argument.

The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… Themes & Keywords

· 25 tags
  • fbi federal bureau of investigation
  • cia central intelligence agency
  • car action
  • dramedy drama
  • domestic drama
  • suspense mystery
  • cozy mystery
  • conspiracy thriller
  • irs
  • cemetery
  • cuckoo clock
  • rolls royce convertible
+13 more
  • housesitting
  • stolen car
  • pontiac firebird
  • murder
  • mysterious friend
  • police department
  • los angeles california
  • malibu california
  • tv series reunion
  • james rockford
  • private detective
  • sequel
  • death of father
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Cast & crew

The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… Cast & Characters

James Garner leads the cast as Jim Rockford, with Carmen Argenziano as Hector Gustavo and Dyan Cannon as Jess Wilding. Directed by Jeannot Szwarc; 10 actors are credited in all.

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From the director

More from Jeannot Szwarc

More films directed by Jeannot Szwarc, best-rated first: Jaws 2, Somewhere in Time, Supergirl and Bug.

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Cars

Cars in The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits…

12 cars on screen, including the 1995 GMC Jimmy and the 1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van.

All 12 cars
  • 1995 GMC Jimmy in The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… 1995 GMC Jimmy Main role
  • 1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van in The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… 1985 Chevrolet Chevy Van Important role
  • 1965 Ford Mustang in The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… 1965 Ford Mustang Important role
  • 1978 Pontiac Firebird in The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… 1978 Pontiac Firebird Important role
Details

The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… Also Known As

Also known as “Detektiv Rockford: Teuflisches Komplott”.

Also known as
  • Detektiv Rockford: Teuflisches Komplott

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FAQ

The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… FAQ: Cast & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast and post-credit scenes of The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits…, each answered in a sentence.

How long is The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits…?

The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… runs 1 hour 32 minutes (92 minutes).

When was The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… released?

The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… was released on January 14, 1996.

Who directed The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits…?

The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… was directed by Jeannot Szwarc.

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Who is in the cast of The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits…?

The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… stars James Garner as Jim Rockford, Carmen Argenziano as Hector Gustavo and Dyan Cannon as Jess Wilding, among 10 credited actors.

Does The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… have a post-credit scene?

No. The Rockford Files: If the Frame Fits… has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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