American Gangster

About American Gangster

Loosely based on the criminal career of Frank Lucas, a gangster from La Grange, North Carolina, who smuggled heroin into the United States on American service planes returning from the Vietnam War, before being detained by a task force led by Newark Detective Richie Roberts.

Where to Watch

Stream on AMC, Netflix, AMC+. Rent on Amazon, Google Play, Fandango at Home, AppleTV (cheapest: $2.99). Buy on Amazon, Google Play, Fandango at Home, AppleTV (cheapest: $9.99).

Cast & Crew

Directed by Ridley Scott

Starring Denzel Washington, Russell Crowe, Josh Brolin, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Cuba Gooding Jr.

Produced by Imagine Entertainment