Jimmy Doyle — The French Connection Character Profile

About Jimmy Doyle

Obsessive NYPD detective known for his relentless pursuit of drug smugglers.

Jimmy Doyle — Character Profile

Alignment

Hero

Species

Human

Abilities

Street investigation, Marksmanship, Endurance, Surveillance, Driving

• Strength: 7.5/10
• Intelligence: 8/10
• Charisma: 6/10
• Morality: 7/10
• Influence: 8.5/10

Affiliations

• New York City Police Department

Quick Facts about Jimmy Doyle

Full Name

James "Jimmy" Doyle

Occupation

police detective

Jimmy Doyle's Known Relations

• New York City Police Department — Employer

Jimmy Doyle appears in 2 titles

• The French Connection (1971)
• French Connection II (1975) — character page

Character Facts

Played by

Gene Hackman

Appears in

The French Connection (1971)

Role

Protagonist

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• Buddy Russo (Roy Scheider)
• Alain Charnier (Fernando Rey)
• Sal Boca (Tony Lo Bianco)
• Simonson (Eddie Egan)
• Pierre Nicoli (Marcel Bozzuffi)
• Devereaux (Frédéric de Pasquale)
• Informant (Al Fann)
• Pusher (Alan Weeks)
• "Baldy" (uncredited) (Charles McGregor)
• Police Sergeant (Randy Jurgensen)
• Chemist (Patrick McDermott)
• Klein (Sonny Grosso)