The Onion Field

What happened in the onion field is true. But the real crime is what happened after.

19792h 2m6.0(123 votes)

CrimeDrama

Synopsis

An LA police officer is murdered in the onion fields outside of Bakersfield. However, legal loopholes could keep his kidnappers from receiving justice, and his partner is haunted by overwhelming survivor's guilt.

The Onion Field (1979) is a crime and drama film directed by Harold Becker. It stars John Savage, James Woods, and Franklyn Seales. The film runs for 2 hours 2 minutes. Audiences have made it well received, with an average score of 6.0 out of 10 from 123 votes.

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Director

Harold Becker

Cast

John Savage

Karl Hettinger

James Woods

Gregory Powell

Franklyn Seales

Jimmy Smith

Ted Danson

Ian Campbell

Ronny Cox

Pierce Brooks

David Huffman

District Attorney Phil Halpin

Christopher Lloyd

Jailhouse Lawyer

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Onion Field

Where can I watch The Onion Field?

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Who stars in The Onion Field?

The Onion Field stars John Savage, James Woods, Franklyn Seales, and Ted Danson, and was directed by Harold Becker.

How long is The Onion Field?

The Onion Field has a runtime of 2 hours 2 minutes.

When did The Onion Field come out?

The Onion Field was released in 1979.

What genre is The Onion Field?

The Onion Field is a crime and drama film.

Is The Onion Field worth watching?

The Onion Field holds an average audience score of 6.0 out of 10. The best signal, though, is a recommendation from a friend who shares your taste—FriendsRecommend shows you exactly that.