The Formula

(1980)Directed by John G. Avildsen117 min · RThriller, Mystery, Crime
Big Oil. Big Money. Big Mystery. Everyone’s out to make a killing.

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.

George C. Scottas Barney Caine
Marlon Brandoas Adam Steiffel
John Gielgudas Dr. Abraham Esau
G.D. Spradlinas Arthur Clements
Beatrice Straightas Kay Neeley
Richard Lynchas General Helmut Kladen / Frank Tedesco
JVJohn van Dreelenas Hans Lehman
Robin Clarkeas Major Tom Neeley
Marshall Thompsonas Geologist #1
Dieter Schidoras Assassin
Werner Kreindlas Schellenberg
Jan Niklasas Gestapo Captain
Wolfgang Preissas Franz Tauber
Calvin Jungas Sgt. Yosuta
Alan Northas Nolan
David Byrdas Obermann
Ferdy Mayneas Siebold
GMGerard Murphyas Chauffeur
Francisco Pradoas Mendosa
Louis Basileas Vince Rizzo
RMRic Mancinias Printman
Weston Gavinas U.S. Army Captain