The French Connection

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The French Connection 1971

Uninterrupted entertainment… Fast, gripping, addictive, and enduring. New York City detectives “Popeye” Doyle (Gene Hackman) and Buddy Russo (Roy Scheider) are determined to break the drug smuggling ring and uncover the French connection. But when one of the criminals tries to kill Doyle, a deadly chase ensues that will take him out of the city. Based on a true story, this action-packed thriller won 5 Oscars in 1971, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor. Gene Hackman’s performance in this 1971 film is outstanding. Follow the adventures of two New York cops trying to catch a heroin ring from France in one of the best detective movies ever made, The French Connection.

Genre:
Action, Crime, Drama
Category:
1900s
Country:
United States
IMDB:
7.7 - tt0067116
Duration:
Content Rating:
R
Director:
William Friedkin
Stars:
Fernando Rey, Gene Hackman, Roy Scheider