Freebie and the Bean is a 1974 action-comedy film directed by Richard Rush. It stars James Caan and Alan Arkin as two San Francisco detectives named Freebie and Bean who are tasked with bringing down a local hijacking boss named Red Meyers.
The film follows the two detectives as they pursue Meyers and his criminal organization, trying to gather enough evidence to put him behind bars. Along the way, they encounter a hitman who has been hired to take out Meyers, and they must race against time to find and apprehend the boss before the hitman can get to him first.
The movie is known for its fast-paced action sequences, irreverent humor, and colorful characters. It was a commercial success upon its release, and has since become a cult classic among fans of 1970s cinema.