Based on the true story of two New York City cops who stumble upon a French drug ring and try to stop it.

Very popular in it's time, The French Connection is now considered a classic by many for it's pressure-cooker story line and fast paced action. Crime story buffs should find much to like.

Still considered to have some of the greatest car chase sequences in film history.

Academy Awards for Best Actor (Hackman), Best Adapted Screenplay, Best Director (William Friedkin), Best Picture, Best Film Editing.

Also available: The French Connection II.