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The Onion Field
“What happened in the onion field is true. But the real crime is what happened after.”
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The Onion Field at a glance
The Onion Field is a 1979 crime and drama film, running 2h 2m. Its current release status is “Released”. Age rating: R in the United Kingdom.
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Rated R in the United Kingdom — intended for adults. Expect the themes and content that rating covers.
All key facts8
- Type
- Feature film
- Released
- 1979-09-09
- Runtime
- 2h 2m
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Director
- Harold Becker
- Original language
- English
- Status
- Released
- TMDB rating
- 6.0 / 10 · 124 votes
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Synopsis
Feature filmAn 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.
Cast
14 names
John SavageKarl Hettinger
James WoodsGregory Powell
Franklyn SealesJimmy Smith
Ted DansonIan Campbell
Ronny CoxPierce Brooks
David HuffmanDistrict Attorney Phil Halpin
Christopher LloydJailhouse Lawyer
Dianne HullHelen Hettinger (as Diane Hull)
Priscilla PointerChrissie Campbell
Beege BarketteGreg's Woman
Richard HerdBeat Cop
Le TariEmmanuel McFadden
Richard VentureGlenn Bates
Lee WeaverBillyQuestions about The Onion Field
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Is The Onion Field suitable for children?
The Onion Field is rated R in the United Kingdom. That rating covers the themes and content levels set by the local classifier, so use it together with your own judgement for younger viewers.
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What is The Onion Field about?
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.
How long is The Onion Field?
The Onion Field runs for 2h 2m. The certification and runtime come from TMDB and can differ by region.
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