5.6The Formula · 1980
The Formula (1980) is a Thriller / Mystery / Crime film directed by John G. Avildsen, starring George C. Scott, Marlon Brando, Marthe Keller.
ThrillerMysteryCrime
5.6Overview
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.
Cast
George C. Scott, Marlon Brando, Marthe Keller, John Gielgud, G.D. Spradlin, Beatrice Straight, Richard Lynch, John van Dreelen
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What is "The Formula" about?
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.
When was "The Formula" released?
The Formula was released in 1980.
Who stars in "The Formula"?
The cast includes George C. Scott, Marlon Brando, Marthe Keller, John Gielgud.
