Mr. Billion

An Italian mechanic finds that he has inherited a billion-dollar company from his dead uncle, but he needs to be in San Francisco in 20 days to sign over the will. In the meantime, he is chased by kidnappers and the affected corporation's president.

Directed by Jonathan Kaplan, Mr. Billion leans on a strong ensemble — Terence Hill, Valerie Perrine, Jackie Gleason — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.

The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about action titles of 1977.