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The Formula (1980)

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.

  • Thriller
  • Mystery
  • Crime

Top billed cast

  • Photo of George C. ScottGeorge C. ScottBarney Caine
  • Photo of Marlon BrandoMarlon BrandoAdam Steiffel
  • Photo of Marthe KellerMarthe KellerLisa
  • Photo of John GielgudJohn GielgudDr. Abraham Esau
  • Photo of G. D. SpradlinG. D. SpradlinArthur Clements
  • Photo of Beatrice StraightBeatrice StraightKay Neeley
  • Photo of Richard LynchRichard LynchGeneral Helmut Kladen / Frank Tedesco
  • Photo of John van DreelenJohn van DreelenHans Lehman
  • Photo of Robin ClarkeRobin ClarkeMajor Tom Neeley
  • Photo of Ike EisenmannIke EisenmannTony

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