

French Connection II
1975, English. Directed by John Frankenheimer.
The French Connection was only the beginning. THIS IS THE CLIMAX.
"Popeye" Doyle travels to Marseilles to find Alain Charnier, the drug smuggler that eluded him in New York.
- Runtime
- 1h 59m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.8/10 from 498 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch French Connection II
French Connection II isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online.
Availability in India as of 12 November 2026. Streaming data by JustWatch.

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Cast & crew
- John FrankenheimerDirector
- Gene Hackman"Popeye" Doyle
- Fernando ReyAlain Charnier
- Bernard FressonHenri Barthélémy
- Philippe LéotardJacques
- Ed LauterGeneral William Brian
- Charles MillotMiletto
- Jean-Pierre CastaldiRaoul
- Cathleen NesbittThe Old Lady
- Samantha LlorensDenise
- André PenvernBartender
- Reine PratYoung Girl on the Beach
- Raoul DelfosseDutch Captain
Details
- Released
- 18 May 1975
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Alexander Jacobs, Laurie Dillon, Robert Dillon
- Budget
- $4.3M
- Box office
- $13M
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French Connection II: quick answers
What should I watch before French Connection II?
Watch The French Connection (1971) first.
Is French Connection II worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.8/10 from 498 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is French Connection II?
French Connection II runs 119 minutes (1h 59m).
Does French Connection II have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for French Connection II. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
French Connection II parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
French Connection II is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is French Connection II on?
French Connection II isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it or buy it online. (Checked 12 November 2026.)
What movies are like French Connection II?
If you liked French Connection II, try Shaft's Big Score!, A Black Veil for Lisa, The French Connection.
Who directed French Connection II?
French Connection II (1975) was directed by John Frankenheimer and stars Gene Hackman, Fernando Rey, Bernard Fresson.