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The French Connection is a 1971 American neo-noir action thriller film directed by William Friedkin and starring Gene Hackman, Roy Scheider and Fernando Rey. The screenplay, written by Ernest Tidyman, is based on Robin Moore's 1969 non-fiction book of the same name.
- $1.8–2.2 million
- Don Ellis
- October 7, 1971 (United States)
- Philip D'Antoni
Oct 9, 1971 · Two NYPD detectives chase a French heroin smuggler in this Oscar-winning action drama. IMDb provides cast and crew information, user and critic reviews, trivia, goofs, quotes, and more.
- (131K)
- Action, Crime, Drama
- William Friedkin
- 1971-10-09
A classic film about a New York detective (Gene Hackman) and his partner (Roy Scheider) chasing a French heroin smuggler. See the trailer, cast, reviews, ratings, and where to watch this 1971 Oscar-winning masterpiece.
- (2.3K)
- William Friedkin
- R
- Gene Hackman
Oct 9, 2021 · The French Connection at 50: one of the greatest New York movies ever. William Friedkin peaked in 1971 with his thrilling crime drama, known for its show-stopping car chase, but elevated by so...
- 3 min
- Scott Tobias
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Apr 21, 2024 · The French Connection, American crime thriller film, released in 1971, that became known for having one of the most exciting and iconic car chases in cinematic history. The movie, which features other tense action sequences, centres on violent and unlikable New York City narcotics detectives on the trail of international heroin dealers.
- Pat Bauer
A gritty police drama about two NYPD detectives who try to stop a heroin smuggling ring from France. The film features a memorable car chase sequence and a contrast between the tough cops and the suave criminals.
A classic film about a cop who chases a drug smuggler across New York, featuring a great performance by Gene Hackman and a stunning chase sequence. Ebert praises the film's surface, movement, violence and suspense, and its depiction of a bad cop who is amoral and obsessed.
