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The Formula
Thriller · Mystery · Crime1h 57mGermany
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.
TMDB rating5.5 / 10
TMDB votes51
Reported budget$13.2M
Worldwide revenue$8.9M
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OFFICIAL TRAILERThe FormulaDec 19, 1980 · Thriller / Mystery
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John van Dreelenas Hans Lehman
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DirectorJohn G. Avildsen
ScreenplaySteve Shagan
ProducersSteve Shagan
StatusReleased
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