How long is American Gangster?

American Gangster is 2 hr 37 min long.

Who is Frank Lucas in American Gangster?

Denzel Washington plays Frank Lucas in the film.

American Gangster

Name: American Gangster
Genre: Drama
Released: 2007-11-02
Duration: 157
Rating: 90

Frank Lucas (Denzel Washington) earns his living as a chauffeur to one of Harlem's leading mobsters. After his boss dies, Frank uses his own ingenuity and strict business code to rise up as one of the inner city's most powerful crime bosses. Meanwhile, veteran cop Richie Roberts (Russell Crowe) senses a change in organized crime's power structure, and looks for ways to bring his opponent to justice.

GENRE: Drama
RELEASE DATE: Friday, Nov 2, 2007

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How long is American Gangster?: American Gangster is 2 hr 37 min long.

Who directed American Gangster?: Ridley Scott

Who is Frank Lucas in American Gangster?: Denzel Washington plays Frank Lucas in the film.

What is American Gangster about?: Frank Lucas (Denzel Washington) earns his living as a chauffeur to one of Harlem's leading mobsters. After his boss dies, Frank uses his own ingenuity and strict business code to rise up as one of the inner city's most powerful crime bosses. Meanwhile, veteran cop Richie Roberts (Russell Crowe) senses a change in organized crime's power structure, and looks for ways to bring his opponent to justice.