The Crack Connection (1987): cast, story & where to watch
1987 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 1987, The Crack Connection is a crime and action film directed by Hajo Gies, running about 102 minutes.
What it’s about. The unscrupulous police commissioner Schimanski shakes down patrons of a techno dance club in the drug-drenched Ruhr district.
Who’s in it. The Crack Connection stars Götz George as Schimanski, Eberhard Feik as Thanner, Claudia Messner as Conny and Wolfram Berger as Hocks, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Crack Connection sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Crack Connection page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Crack Connection tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, The Godfather Part II and The Dark Knight.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Crack Connection (1987)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Crack Connection change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Crack Connection worth watching?
- The Crack Connection holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy crime and action. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Crack Connection?
- The Crack Connection stars Götz George, Eberhard Feik, Claudia Messner, Wolfram Berger and Hannes Jaenicke.
- When was The Crack Connection released?
- The Crack Connection was released in 1987, with a runtime of about 102 minutes.