The French Connection

Doyle is bad news—but a good cop.

⭐ 7.5 /10 2,079 votes

October 9, 1971 1h 44m Released

Action Crime Thriller

Storyline

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.

Key Information

                                        Director
                                        William Friedkin
                                    

                                        Writers
                                        Ernest Tidyman, Robin Moore
                                    

                                    Studio
                                    D'Antoni Productions
                                

                                    Rating
                                    7.5/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Budget
                                    $1,800,000
                                

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Cast & Crew

Gene Hackman

Jimmy Doyle

Roy Scheider

Buddy Russo

Fernando Rey

Alain Charnier

Tony Lo Bianco

Sal Boca

Marcel Bozzuffi

Pierre Nicoli

Frédéric de Pasquale

Devereaux

Bill Hickman

Mulderig

Ann Rebbot

Marie Charnier

Harold Gary

Weinstock

Arlene Farber

Angie Boca

Eddie Egan

Simonson

André Ernotte

La Valle

Frequently Asked Questions

When was The French Connection released?

The French Connection was released on October 9, 1971.

How long is The French Connection?

The runtime of The French Connection is 1h 44m.

What genre is The French Connection?

The French Connection is a Action, Crime, Thriller movie.

What is the rating of The French Connection?

The French Connection has a rating of 7.5 out of 10 on TMDB.

Where can I watch The French Connection?

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Who directed The French Connection?

The French Connection was directed by William Friedkin.

Who stars in The French Connection?

The main cast of The French Connection includes Gene Hackman, Roy Scheider, Fernando Rey.

What language is The French Connection in?

The French Connection is originally in English.