The Sicilian Connection 1972
“Ben Gazzara Smashes the Pipeline from the Poppy Fields of Turkey to the Sidewalks of New York!”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Director
- Ferdinando Baldi
- Networks
- Produzioni Atlas Consorziate, Societé Cinématographique Lyre
- Where to Stream
- Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Fandor Amazon Channel
What is The Sicilian Connection?
The Sicilian Connection is a 1972 thriller and crime film featuring Ben Gazzara. The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-five minutes.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1972
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 105 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 21, 1972
- Original language
- IT
- Origin
- France, Italy
- Studios
- Produzioni Atlas Consorziate, Societé Cinématographique Lyre
- Genres
- Thriller, Crime
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.2/10 from 13 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~105 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Produzioni Atlas Consorziate, Societé Cinématographique Lyre
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Overview
The Sicilian Connection is a 1972 thriller and crime film featuring Ben Gazzara. The film has a runtime of one hour and forty-five minutes. The plot centers on a small time hood who smuggles drugs from Turkey to Italy in an effort to make it into the big time. Along the way, however, everyone involved demands to have their cut. Promotional material for the film describes it as smashing the pipeline from the poppy fields of Turkey to the sidewalks of New York. The movie is also known by the alternative title Afyon Oppio. It received a United States release date listed as January first, 1977. Additional details regarding the full cast, crew, and media can be found through platforms such as the Movie Database, IMDb, and Plex.
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Where can I stream or watch The Sicilian Connection online?
The Sicilian Connection is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Fandor Amazon Channel, Eternal Family. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.
Is The Sicilian Connection worth watching?
The Sicilian Connection holds a community rating of 6.2/10 based on 13 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Thriller, Crime for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie The Sicilian Connection and when was it released?
The Sicilian Connection is a feature film with a runtime of 105 minutes. It was released in 1972. Release status: Released.
Who directed The Sicilian Connection?
The Sicilian Connection was directed by Ferdinando Baldi.
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