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  1. The French Connection is a 1971 American neo-noir [6] action thriller film [7] 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.

  2. Oct 9, 1971 · A classic action film starring Gene Hackman as a New York cop who infiltrates a heroin smuggling ring from France. The film won five Oscars, including Best Picture, and features a famous car chase sequence.

  3. A classic film about a New York detective (Gene Hackman) chasing a French heroin smuggler (Fernando Rey) with a partner (Roy Scheider). See ratings, reviews, trailer, cast, crew, and where to watch The French Connection online.

  4. Jun 16, 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.

  5. When New York detectives Popeye Doyle (Gene Hackman) and Buddy Russo (Roy Scheider) launch a deadly pursuit to bust up a narcotics smuggling ring, they discover a link to France. Based on a true...

  6. 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.

  7. A classic movie with a great chase scene and a brutal cop, Gene Hackman as Popeye Doyle. Read Ebert's analysis of the film's style, plot and performance, and why it won four Oscars.

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