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The French Connection (1971)
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Tough narcotics detective 'Popeye' Doyle is in hot pursuit of a suave French drug dealer who may be the key to a huge heroin-smuggling operation.
Cast
Gene Hackmanas Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle
Fernando Reyas Alain Charnier
Roy Scheideras Buddy Russo
Tony Lo Biancoas Sal Boca
Marcel Bozzuffias Pierre Nicoli
Frédéric de Pasqualeas Devereaux
Bill Hickmanas Mulderig
Ann Rebbotas Marie Charnier
Harold Garyas Weinstock
Arlene Farberas Angie Boca
Eddie Eganas Simonson
André Ernotteas La Valle
Sonny Grossoas Klein
Benny Marinoas Lou Boca
Facts
| Release date | October 9, 1971 |
| Runtime | 104 min (1h 44m) — about the same as the 1971 average of 111 min |
| Genres | Action, Thriller, Crime |
| Language | EN |
| Budget | $1,800,000 |
| Box office | $41,200,000 (22.9× budget) |
| IMDb | tt0067116 |
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Questions
How long is The French Connection?
The French Connection runs 104 minutes (1h 44m).
Is The French Connection worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.5/10 across 2,220 votes, which places it #9 of 28 films released in 1971 in this index (top 71%) and #263 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed The French Connection?
The French Connection was directed by William Friedkin. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The Exorcist (1973), Sorcerer (1977), To Live and Die in L.A. (1985).
Who stars in The French Connection?
Gene Hackman as Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle; Fernando Rey as Alain Charnier; Roy Scheider as Buddy Russo; Tony Lo Bianco as Sal Boca; Marcel Bozzuffi as Pierre Nicoli; Frédéric de Pasquale as Devereaux.
What is The French Connection rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for The French Connection?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/88285.