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The Connection

10.019731h 13mMovieDramaCrimeTV Movie

An out-of-work newspaperman in need of money becomes the go-between for a jewel thief and an insurance company that wants to settle.

DirectorTom Gries
WriterAlbert Ruben
ProducersPhilip D'Antoni·Jacqueline Babbin

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Cast · Directed by Tom Gries

CDCharles Durning
Charles Durning
Frank Devlin
RCRonny Cox
Ronny Cox
Everett Hutchneker
ZLZohra Lampert
Zohra Lampert
Hannah
DCDennis Cole
Dennis Cole
Sy McGruder
HMHeather MacRae
Heather MacRae
June McGruder
HCHoward Cosell
Howard Cosell
Himself
MKMike Kellin
Mike Kellin
Pillo
DWDana Wynter
Dana Wynter
Eleanor Warren
RBRichard Bright
Richard Bright
BeeJay
JJ
Joe Keyes Jr.
Dewey (as Joe Keyes)
TRTom Rosqui
Tom Rosqui
Detective Phelan
CAChristopher Allport
Christopher Allport
Richard Wilcox

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The Connection — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Connection?

The Connection isn't streaming anywhere in India yet.

Is The Connection on Netflix?

No, The Connection is not on Netflix in India as of October 2026.

Is The Connection on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Connection isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now.

Where can I watch The Connection for free?

The Connection isn't streaming in India yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

What is the OTT release date for The Connection?

The Connection hasn't started streaming in India yet. Based on the typical 6–8 week theatrical-to-streaming window, we estimate it will arrive around April 17, 1973. This is a prediction, not a confirmed date.