The Onion Field (1979) — Perfery

(1979)Directed by Harold Becker122 min · RCrime, Drama

“What happened in the onion field is true. But the real crime is what happened after.”

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.

John Savageas Karl Hettinger

James Woodsas Gregory Powell

Franklyn Sealesas Jimmy Smith

Ted Dansonas Ian Campbell

Ronny Coxas Pierce Brooks

David Huffmanas District Attorney Phil Halpin

Christopher Lloydas Jailhouse Lawyer

Dianne Hullas Helen Hettinger (as Diane Hull)

Priscilla Pointeras Chrissie Campbell

Beege Barketteas Greg's Woman

Richard Herdas Beat Cop

Le Tarias Emmanuel McFadden

Richard Ventureas Glenn Bates

Lee Weaveras Billy

Pat Corleyas Jimmy's Lawyer #2

K Callanas Mrs. Powell

Sandy McPeakas Mr. Powell

Lillian Randolphas Nana

Ned Wilsonas LAPD Captain

Jack Raderas IAD Captain

Bradford Englishas Red Haired Cop

Wendell Wrightas LAPD Sergeant

Stanley Groveras Greg's Lawyer #2

Michael Patakias District Attorney Dino Fulgoni