French Connection II - Blu-ray Drama 1975 R

The French Connection II, released in 1975, is the sequel to the acclaimed film The French Connection. This crime thriller continues to follow NYPD Detective 'Popeye' Doyle, played by Gene Hackman, as he travels to Marseille to track down the heroin dealer who eluded him in New York. The movie retains the gritty realism of the original, incorporating intense chase scenes and a deep dive into the drug underworld. Rated R for its violence and language, the film explores themes of justice, addiction, and determination. It's directed by John Frankenheimer and showcases the perils of international crime fighting.