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1979•122 min•Crime, Drama

The Onion Field

Is The Onion Field a Hit or Flop?

FLOP

Is The Onion Field worth watching? With a rating of 6/10, this Crime, Drama film is a mixed-bag for fans of the genre. Read on for our detailed analysis and user reviews.

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The Onion Field 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.

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Top Cast

John Savage
John SavageKarl Hettinger
James Woods
James WoodsGregory Powell
Franklyn Seales
Franklyn SealesJimmy Smith
Ted Danson
Ted DansonIan Campbell
Ronny Cox
Ronny CoxPierce Brooks
David Huffman
David HuffmanDistrict Attorney Phil Halpin
Christopher Lloyd
Christopher LloydJailhouse Lawyer
Dianne Hull
Dianne HullHelen Hettinger
Priscilla Pointer
Priscilla PointerChrissie Campbell
Beege Barkette
Beege BarketteGreg's Woman

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Is The Onion Field worth watching?

The Onion Field has received mixed reviews with a 6/10 rating. It might be worth watching if you're a fan of Crime, Drama movies.

Is The Onion Field hit or flop?

The Onion Field has received average ratings (6/10), performing moderately with audiences.

What genre is The Onion Field?

The Onion Field is a Crime, Drama movie that An LA police officer is murdered in the onion fields outside of Bakersfield. However, legal loopholes could keep his kidnappers from receiving justice...

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