The synthetic fuel production formula, invented by the Nazis at the end of World War II, is sought after by some who aim to sell it, and by others who wish to destroy it.The synthetic fuel production formula, invented by the Nazis at the end of World War II, is sought after by some who aim to sell it, and by others who wish to destroy it.The synthetic fuel production formula, invented by the Nazis at the end of World War II, is sought after by some who aim to sell it, and by others who wish to destroy it.
- Nominated for 1 Oscar
- 7 nominations total
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Summary
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Did you know
- TriviaMarlon Brando told Lawrence Grobel ("Conversations with Brando") that this movie, which he only made for the money, as he was broke, was ruined in the editing room, with the humor of his scenes cut out.
- GoofsThe basic premise of the movie (that oil companies are hiding a "secret" formula for converting coal into gasoline) is false, as the formula is well known and has been known for a very long time. It's readily accessible.
- Quotes
- Barney Caine: [to Sgt. Yosuta] Check the car.
- Sgt. Yosuta: Lieutenant Caine, I gotta talk to you. You know, we're supposed to be working this case together, so let's get some ground rules straight-up front. I have a name and I'd like you to use it-understood?
- Barney Caine: You're absolutely right. I should have said, "Check the cars, Louis", or, "Would you be good enough to check the cars, Sergeant Yosuta?" but it's Sunday and I'm not with my son and it bothers me, so you'll forgive my sudden lack of charm, okay?
- Sgt. Yosuta: Okay.
- Barney Caine: Good. Now check the fuckin' car.
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- Also known as
- Die Formel
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Box office
- Budget
- $13,200,000 (estimated)
- Gross US & Canada
- $8,894,289
- Opening weekend US & Canada
- $842,985
- Dec 21, 1980
- Gross worldwide
- $8,894,289





































