

The Onion Field (1979)
What happened in the onion field is true. But the real crime is what happened after.
124 votes on TMDBReleased September 9, 1979Runtime 2h 2mDirector Harold Becker
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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Cast of The Onion Field

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
Dianne Hull
Helen Hettinger (as Diane Hull)
Priscilla Pointer
Chrissie Campbell
Beege Barkette
Greg's Woman
Richard Herd
Beat Cop
Le Tari
Emmanuel McFaddenAbout The Onion Field
Where can I watch The Onion Field?
The Onion Field is currently streaming in the United States on BFI Player Amazon Channel.
Who stars in The Onion Field?
The Onion Field stars John Savage, James Woods, Franklyn Seales, Ted Danson, Ronny Cox.
Who directed The Onion Field?
The Onion Field was directed by Harold Becker.
How long is The Onion Field?
The Onion Field has a runtime of 2h 2m.
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.
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