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The Formula

The Formula (1980) - Where to Watch

Audience Score
55

Now, before we get into the full breakdown of how you can watch 'The Formula' right now, here are some notable highlights about the CIP Filmproduktion GmbH, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer thriller flick. The Formula starring George C. Scott, Marlon Brando, Marthe Keller, John Gielgud has a R rating, a runtime of about 1 hr 57 min. The release date of the movie is December 19th, 1980. reflects platform

Thinking about what happens in this film? Here's the plot: "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."

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'The Formula' Release Dates

Watch in Movie Theaters on December 19th, 1980
Watch on DVD or Blu-ray starting May 1st, 2007 - Buy The Formula DVD