Brand new DVD case. Disc in excellent condition.
The French Connection is a groundbreaking 1971 crime thriller directed by William Friedkin, based on a true story. The film follows two New York City detectives, Jimmy "Popeye" Doyle (Gene Hackman) and Buddy "Cloudy" Russo (Roy Scheider), as they uncover a massive heroin smuggling operation linked to a French drug cartel. Known for its gritty realism, intense performances, and one of the most iconic car chase sequences in film history, The French Connection is a masterclass in suspense and action. It won five Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor for Hackman, cementing its place as a classic in the crime genre.