The Organization(1971)
“One honest cop has the guts to take on "The Organization."”
Overview
After a group of young revolutionaries break into a company's corporate headquarters and steal $5,000,000 worth of heroin to keep it off the street, they call on San Francisco Police Lieutenant Virgil Tibbs for assistance.
Director
Don Medford
Studio
The Mirisch Company
Cast
Sidney Poitier
as Virgil Tibbs
Barbara McNair
as Valerie Tibbs
Gerald S. O'Loughlin
as Jack Pecora
Sheree North
as Mrs. Morgan
Fred Beir
as Bob Alford
Allen Garfield
as Benjy
Bernie Hamilton
as Lt. Jessop
Graham Jarvis
as William Martin
Raúl Juliá
as Juan Mendoza
Ron O'Neal
as Joe Peralez
James A. Watson, Jr
as Stacy Baker
Charles H. Gray
as George Morgan
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1971
Runtime
1h 48m
Language
English
Rating
6.3 / 10
Production Companies
The Mirisch Company • United Artists
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Organization?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for The Organization (1971).
What is The Organization about?▼
After a group of young revolutionaries break into a company's corporate headquarters and steal $5,000,000 worth of heroin to keep it off the street, they call on San Francisco Police Lieutenant Virgil Tibbs for assistance.
Who directed The Organization?▼
The Organization was directed by Don Medford and released in 1971. It is a drama, action, mystery, crime, thriller film.
How long is The Organization?▼
The Organization has a runtime of 1 hours and 48 minutes (108 minutes total).
Who stars in The Organization?▼
The cast of The Organization includes Sidney Poitier as Virgil Tibbs, Barbara McNair as Valerie Tibbs, Gerald S. O'Loughlin as Jack Pecora, Sheree North as Mrs. Morgan, Fred Beir as Bob Alford and more.
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