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Classic movie poster for "The Formula" (1980), featuring Marlon Brando and George C. Scott in a gripping energy thriller.

The Formula (1980)

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.

Cast:
Barney Caine: George C. Scott
Adam Steiffel: Marlon Brando
Lisa: Marthe Keller
Dr. Esau: John Gielgud
Clements: G.D. Spradlin
Kay Neeley: Beatrice Straight
Kladen: Richard Lynch
Hans Lehman: John Van Dreelen
Major Neeley: Robin Clarke
Tony: Ike Eisenmann
Geologist #1: Marshall Thompson
Assassin: Hammam Shafie
Schellenberg: Werner Kreindl
Gestapo Captain: Jan Niklas
Franz Tauber: Wolfgang Preiss
Sgt. Yosuta: Calvin Jung
Nolan: Alan North
Obermann: David Byrd
Siebold: Ferdy Mayne
Chauffeur: Carl Irwin
Mendosa: Francisco Prado
Vince Rizzo: Louis Basile
Printman: Ric Mancini
U.S. Army Captain: Weston Gavin
Geologist #2: Craig T. Nelson
Geologist #3: Herb Voland
Telex Operator: Diane Tyler
Security Guard: Jim Brewer
Secretary: Lavelle Roby
Butler: Albert Carrier
Pool Man: Ernie Fuentes
Reporter: Tom Hall
Dr. Esau (Young): Reinhard vom Bauer
Karl Saur: János Gönczöl
Hans Luschen: Heinz Kammer
Reimeck: Reinhard Kolldehoff
Concierge (German): Martin Brandt
Concierge (Swiss): Paul Glawion
Postal Clerk: Emil Steinberger
Dancer: Wendy Baldock
Pan-Am Lady: Ursula Hamann
Arab Assassin: Kavi Raz

Written by: Steve Shagan

Director: John G. Avildsen

Production: CIP Filmproduktion GmbH, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer

Release date: 19 Dec 1980

Box Office: $8,894,289
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