The Formula Poster

The Formula

55.00% | December 19, 1980 | Thriller, Mystery, Crime

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.

Featured Crew

John G. Avildsen
Director
Steve Shagan
Novel
Steve Shagan
Screenplay

Cast

George C. Scott
George C. Scott
Barney Caine
Marlon Brando
Marlon Brando
Adam Steiffel
John Gielgud
John Gielgud
Dr. Abraham Esau
G. D. Spradlin
G. D. Spradlin
Arthur Clements