American Gangster
– Following the death of his employer and mentor, Bumpy Johnson, Frank Lucas establishes himself as th..
Following the death of his employer and mentor, Bumpy Johnson, Frank Lucas establishes himself as the number one importer of heroin in the Harlem district of Manhattan. He does so by buying heroin directly from the source in South East Asia and he comes up with a unique way of importing the drugs into the United States. Based on a true story.
02 Nov 2007
English, Thai, Spanish
Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. Contains some adult material. Parents are urged to learn more about the film before taking their young children with them.
Ridley Scott
Steven Zaillian, Mark Jacobson (article)
Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Josh Brolin
Following the death of his employer and mentor, Bumpy Johnson, Frank Lucas establishes himself as the number one importer of heroin in the Harlem district of Manhattan. He does so by buying heroin directly from the source in South East Asia and he comes up with a unique way of importing the drugs into the United States. As a result, his product is superior to what is currently available on the street and his prices are lower. His alliance with the New York Mafia ensures his position. It is also the story of a dedicated and honest policeman, Richie Roberts, who heads up a joint narcotics task force with the Federal government. Based on a true story.
Nominated for 2 Oscars. Another 12 wins & 35 nominations.
$130,127,620
Universal Pictures