About this movie
While investigating the death of a friend and fellow cop, Los Angeles police officer Barney Caine stumbles across evidence that Nazis created a synthetic alternative to gasoline during World War II. This revelation has the potential to end the established global oil industry, making the formula a very valuable and dangerous piece of information. Eventually, Caine must contend with oil tycoon Adam Steiffel, who clearly has his own agenda regarding the formula.
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Quick facts
Year
1980
Runtime
1h 57m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 5.6/10
Votes
49
Genre
Thriller, Mystery, Crime
Director
Language
EN
Budget
$13.2M
Cast
espionage
big oil
international intrigue
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Questions about The Formula
How long is The Formula?
The Formula has a runtime of 1h 57m (1 hour and 57 minutes).
Who directed The Formula?
The Formula was directed by John G. Avildsen and released in 1980.
What genre is The Formula?
The Formula is a Thriller, Mystery, Crime film (1980).
Who stars in The Formula?
The cast of The Formula includes George C. Scott, Marlon Brando, Marthe Keller, John Gielgud, G.D. Spradlin.
What is the TMDB rating for The Formula?
The Formula has a TMDB rating of 5.6/10 based on 49 votes.
