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French Connection II

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"Popeye" Doyle travels to Marseilles to find Alain Charnier, the drug smuggler that eluded him in New York. From TMDB

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  • Zeb Cyrus 🎃👻🙀 @zbcy.bsky.socialBluesky · Jul 21, 2026

    Books to Films 📚=🎞️ French Connection II by Robin Moore & Milt Machlin (1975) is a novelization of the film. The book continues with a style similar to the original as it shifts to a crime/spy procedural. While Popeye Doyle is in the book he becomes a part of an operation. 🇫🇷🤝🗼 #filmsky #booksky

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  • Willow Catelyn Maclay @willowcatelyn.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 28, 2025

    A few words on Gene Hackman's strange, captivating performance in FRENCH CONNECTION II letterboxd.com/catelyn/film...

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  • Bob Stepno @bobstep.bsky.socialBluesky · Nov 2, 2025

    Watching French Connection II on the movie channel was not conducive to paying attention. Wordle 1,597 6/6* ⬜🟨⬜⬜⬜ ⬜⬜🟨⬜⬜ ⬜⬜🟨⬜🟩 ⬜⬜⬜🟩🟩 🟨⬜🟨🟩🟩 🟩🟩🟩🟩🟩

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  • Jesse Hawken @jessehawken.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    The poster for FRENCH CONNECTION II (Frankenheimer, 1975) goes hard. The movie is not as good as the original but Hackman's performance is amazing and that's saying something since he won the Oscar for the first one

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  • Cinefeast33 (demon version) 📽📺📚 @cinefeast33.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 19, 2025

    BOTD 2/19/1930: John Frankenheimer, director of THE MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE (1962). Still best political thriller of all time! Other Bangers: 62 Birdman of Alcatraz 64 Seven Days in May 64 Train 66 Seconds 66 Grand Prix 73 Iceman Cometh 75 French Connection II 77 Black Sunday 98 Ronin #filmsky 📽🎥🎬🎞

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  • Andrew Nette @pulpcurry.bsky.socialBluesky · May 23, 2025

    Great discussion on my latest missive about FRENCH CONNECTION II. An interesting observation that Hackman's performance is better than no 1. He's on screen more & got more to do. He's also completely out of his depth in a foreign criminal culture to rival NY. andrewnette.substack.com/p/in-praise-...

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  • Jeremy Williams @jerqwills.bsky.socialBluesky · May 30, 2025

    Happy LBF! Death Race 2000 (1975) French Connection II (1975) The Silencers (1966) Murderers’ Row (1966) #letterboxdfriday #letterboxd #lastfourwatched #filmsky 🎬🍿📽️

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  • Andrew Nette @pulpcurry.bsky.socialBluesky · May 20, 2025

    John Frankenheimer’s FRENCH CONNECTION II is 50 years old. In my latest newsletter I give some love to a great film that has languished a bit, both within Frankenheimer's filmography and the broader body of 1970s American crime cinema. andrewnette.substack.com/p/in-praise-...

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  • 𝚂𝚎𝚌𝚘𝚗𝚍𝚊𝚛𝚢 𝙿𝚛𝚘𝚝𝚘𝚌𝚘𝚕 @2ndaryprotocol.bsky.socialBluesky · May 22, 2025

    TRIVIA: ‘French Connection II’ is the first movie in Hollywood history to have a title and just a number after it (i.e., 2 or II). 'The Godfather Part II' was the first sequel to have a number in it, but that was proceeded by "Part". (IMDB) 🖤

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  • William Bibbiani @williambibbiani.bsky.socialBluesky · May 8, 2025

    THE FRENCH CONNECTION II. Dead serious. Brilliant Hackman performance, deeply underrated film.

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  • Dennis Juchems @zecleaner.bsky.socialBluesky · Apr 28, 2025

    #Bales2025MovieChallenge #FilmSky April 28 – Set in April 🎞️ FRENCH CONNECTION II 📋 letterboxd.com/film/french-...

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  • Robin Connolly (He/Him) @robinlikecrazy.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    R.I.P.- Gene Hackman. An incredible actor. I see a lot of tributes that include a nod to William Friedkin’s ‘The French Connection’, and deservedly so, but I’d like to also recommend, it’s sequel, John Frankenheimer’s ‘French Connection II’- I love this movie and Hackman is as wonderful as ever. 👍

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  • William Bibbiani @williambibbiani.bsky.socialBluesky · May 8, 2025

    THE FRENCH CONNECTION II. Genuinely one of Hackman's best performances, and the film is a lot better than its reputation suggests too.

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  • Scott A. MacKenzie @5thborderstate.bsky.socialBluesky · Mar 10, 2025

    Im following up tonight's Gene Hackman movie with another: The French Connection II (1975). #hatm

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  • greggles 🇺🇦🍉 @greggles.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    RIP Gene Hackman. So many classic roles. No hyperbole to say he was the greatest of all time. Among my favorites is FRENCH CONNECTION II, a movie that is often maligned, especially in comparison to the original. But that final chase! Going out on the exact crescendo climax! Beautiful. Love ya, Gene.

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  • tonkord @tonkord.bsky.socialBluesky · Jul 13, 2025

    365 films in danger of being forgotten 1. Over 50 years old 2. Not on Sight & Sound's list of 250 best films 3. Not on "my 60 beloved films" 4. Not on my "1 film 100 best directors" 83/365 John Frankenheimer - French Connection II (1975) #Filmsky #MovieSky #MovieChallenge #FilmChallenge

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  • Joshua B. Hoe @joshuabhoe.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 28, 2025

    My favorite Hackman movies: 1. Unforgiven 2. French Connection II 3. Bonnie and Clyde 4. French Connection 5. Superman 6. Crimson Tide 7. Get Shorty 8. Royal Tenenbaums 9. The Firm 10. The Birdcage 11. Night Moves He was barely in Young Frankenstein, but that is a great movie too #RIP

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  • Zaron3 @zaron3.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    The French Connection is my favorite Gene Hackman film; reportedly it was his fav of his films, too but I cannot recommend enough watching The French Connection II that movie is a wild ride, it’s a crazy heroin-dripping trip through ‘70s Marseille, and it’s a showcase of all things Gene Hackman

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  • Roderick Heath @roderickheath.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    French Connection II is usually forgotten or written off but it's actually an ace film and very possibly Hackman's greatest performance.

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  • David Michael Nolan @conanriquelme.bsky.socialBluesky · Sep 7, 2026

    Just watched French Connection II (1975) and rated it 3.5 stars on Letterboxd: https://letterboxd.com/conanriquelme/film/french-connection-ii/ #FilmSky 📽️🎥

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  • DagwoodIII @[email protected]Lemmy · Mar 10, 2026

    I'd say that the difference in tone is the biggest hurdle. If you get a chance, watch 'The French Connection II.' It was also poorly received. The best part is Gene Hackman's performance. I won't give away any spoilers, but it's more about his struggles than solving a crime.

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  • Slime Goodbody @saulrosenbear.bsky.socialBluesky · Nov 30, 2025

    this is probably the best film out of Frankenheimer’s post-RFK assassination* period (say up to French Connection II) *he gave RFK a ride to the event where he was killed

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  • Michael Hogan @michaelhogan100.bsky.socialBluesky · Mar 19, 2025

    Film-wise: at 6.40pm, Indiana Jones & The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull on Film4. At 9pm, Looper on Legend, War for the Planet of the Apes on Great Movies, The French Connection II on Great Action or William Shakespeare's Romeo+Juliet on BBC3. At 11.15pm, Boss Level on Film4 #telly

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  • Jon Digital @jondigital.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    Let’s not forget that boat chase at the end of French Connection II. I really rate the whole film. Perfect downer ‘70s aesthetic.

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  • Amy Wren @amywrensayswhat.comBluesky · Jan 16, 2025

    It's popped up on here already, but consider this the official announcement of Amy Wren's 100 Films: 1975! I'm watching vital films like French Connection II and The Boy Who Talked to Badgers. And if I can find it, an obscure animal film called Jaws. 📽️ amywrensayswhat.ghost.io/announcing-m...

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  • Waffle 🧇 @wafflecut.bsky.socialBluesky · Mar 3, 2024

    French Connection II is another like that, a totally solid movie that just can’t stand up to the original

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  • Peter Cox @losthighwayhotel.bsky.socialBluesky · Sep 27, 2026

    A random movie I love every day til I decide not to 403. French Connection II (1975, John Frankenheimer) #FilmSky #MovieSky

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  • Michael Hogan @michaelhogan100.bsky.socialBluesky · May 22, 2025

    Film-wise: at 8pm, Ice Cold in Alex on BBC4. At 9pm, Fortune Cookie on Sky Arts, A Few Good Men on Film4, French Connection II on Gt Action or Role Models on Com Central. At 10.05pm, Malcolm X on BBC4. At 10.45pm, Jaws 2 on ITV1. At 11.15, Panic In Year Zero on @talkingpicturestv.bsky.social #telly

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  • Andrew Nette @pulpcurry.bsky.socialBluesky · May 21, 2025

    Have not seen it for a while. I like it. And, of course, it is far better known than FRENCH CONNECTION II, but it is not nearly as interesting film

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  • Jack Kost @jackkost.bsky.socialBluesky · May 18, 2025

    On this day in movie history: French Connection II directed by John Frankenheimer released May 18, 1975. Cast: Gene Hackman, Fernando Rey, Bernard Fresson, Philippe Léotard, Ed Lauter, Charles Millot, Jean-Pierre Castaldi, Cathleen Nesbitt, Samantha Llorens, André Penvern, Reine Prat. #Noir

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  • They Remade It @theyremadeit.bsky.socialBluesky · Apr 28, 2025

    A direct follow-up to the previous #movie, "The French Connection II" will be talked about at length on the show Wednesday. What it does right, what it does wrong, the crew behind it! I mean, the boys will have plenty to discuss with John Frankenheimer writing, let alone more Hackman!

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  • what's the frequency, kenneth ellen parcell @bearsurprise.bsky.socialBluesky · Mar 22, 2025

    This entire movie is giving FRENCH CONNECTION II vibes and if you know me, you know that's as genuine a compliment as I can give.

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  • John "Keep Clear of the Moors" Henderson @jhenderson.bsky.socialBluesky · Mar 8, 2025

    I do love the trailer for FC2 where the narrator adamantly states, "French Connection II, the only film that could follow The French Connection."

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  • Allan "Pealed Grapes" Mott @houseofglib.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    We're talking about potentially doing a GH Cinema Shame episode and a part of me was like, "I should watch FRENCH CONNECTION II for it, even though I still haven't seen the first film."

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  • Michael Salfino @michaelsalfino.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    Gene Hackman's most underrated role in maybe his most underrated film.... French Connection II

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  • Henning Pedersen @hepedk.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    My favorite #movies – 39 (from my collection) #GeneHackman French Connection II, 1975 (Action thriller) Top Cast: Gene Hackman, Fernando Rey, Bernard Fresson + Director: John Frankenheimer Writers: Alexander Jacobs, Robert & Laurie Dillon Music: Don Ellis Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation

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  • PietroRossiLon @pietrorossilon.bsky.socialBluesky · Jan 24, 2025

    Sorry Popeye, Hershey v Suchard, Suchard wins! No ifs, no buts. My ★★★★ review of French Connection II on Letterboxd boxd.it/8BdiAJ

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  • Movies • TV Shows & Physical Bluray Media 🍿 @movies-on-sale.bsky.socialBluesky · Jan 15, 2025

    The (movie) French Connection II is available today on (iTunes) for $4.99 Cast: Gene Hackman, Fernando Rey, Bernard Fresson, Philippe Léotard, Ed Lauter, Charles Millot Trailer & Reviews : www.rottentomatoes.com/m/french_con...

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  • Zaron3 @zaron3.bsky.socialBluesky · Nov 24, 2024

    if you’re a fan of Gene Hackman and you haven’t seen the sequel, The French Connection II, oh man, you gotta check it! the film is wiiiiiild! I mean, Gene Hackman kicking heroin is worth it alone

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  • Today In Movies @todayinmovies.comBluesky · May 19, 2026

    🎬 The Top 4 Thriller Movies Released on May 18! What's your fave? 1. French Connection II 2. 23 Paces to Baker Street 3. What the Peeper Saw 4. Battleship Check out all 45 movies released on this day at https://todayinmovies.com #TodayInMovies #Movies #Film #Thriller

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  • Today In Movies @todayinmovies.comBluesky · May 18, 2026

    🎬 The Top 4 Action Movies Released on May 18! What's your fave? 1. Deadpool 2 2. French Connection II 3. 10000 Years Later 4. Beverly Hills Cop II Check out all 45 movies released on this day at https://todayinmovies.com #TodayInMovies #Movies #Film #Action

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  • sjl99.bsky.social @sjl99.bsky.socialBluesky · Mar 19, 2025

    Mentioned on here after Gene Hackman died about 'The French Connection' the classic Film Noir that starred Hackman. It was on BBC Two on Sunday and it's now on the BBC iPlayer I've also just watched 'The French Connection II' which is equally as good. That's on Disney plus.

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  • carlrevansmcr.bsky.social @carlrevansmcr.bsky.socialBluesky · Mar 6, 2025

    French Connection II is a great film I it's own right. Hackman's portrayal of the whole cold turkey process is fantastic.

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  • James Martin Charlton @jmcfire.bsky.socialBluesky · Mar 6, 2025

    French Connection II (1975) did not match the success of the original and is ultimately the lesser film. Still, it remains an intense plunge into a dirty, dangerous world, as Popeye Doyle follows Frog One to Marseille. www.imdb.com/title/tt0073...

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  • Peach Fan Media @peachfanmedia.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 28, 2025

    French Connection II (1975) - 8/10 Not as amazing as the first French Connection movie, but still a great sequel

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  • Stretford Hatter @stretfordhatter.bsky.socialBluesky · Feb 27, 2025

    Sad to hear about Gene Hackman. French Connection II is one of, if not the best film sequel imo.

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  • CinemaSerf @Geronimo1967TMDB reviews · Nov 19, 2024

    This was never going to be as good as the first film, but as sequels go - especially in the 1970s - this isn't half bad. Gene Hackman's "Popeye Doyle" is doped up full of heroin, and abandoned to the streets. Luckily he is discovered and after some cold turkey, sets about getting back onto the trail of "Charnier" (Fernando Rey) in Marseille. It is here he must work with the French authorities - as suspicious of him, as he is of them - to effect a catch! Marseille is always a great venue for…

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  • Potential Kermode @Potential KermodeTMDB reviews · Feb 16, 2017

    Better than the first! This action packed sequel moves like a runaway train! William Friedkin's film was excellent - yet contained too many scenes of people sitting in cars watching other people go in and out of buildings - the stakeout scenes bring the film to a halt. The scenes were integral, yes, but they are a damn drag to sit through. Frankenheimer's French Connection II is a superbly acted and taut thriller that contains a substantial amount of humour too! The perfect movie. Hackman's…

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Gene Hackman
"Popeye" Doyle
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Fernando Rey
Alain Charnier
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Philippe Léotard
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Charles Millot
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