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Frank Lucas smuggles heroin using US military planes, building an empire. Detective Richie Roberts, known for turning in a million dollars in unmarked bills, tenaciously pursues him. Their inevitable clash exposes the complex interplay of power, corruption, and survival.

American Gangster Trivia

Who directed the 2007 film "American Gangster"? (Advanced)

#1: Steven Spielberg

#2: Martin Scorsese

#3: Ridley Scott

#4: Quentin Tarantino

Which actor portrays Frank Lucas in the movie "American Gangster"? (Medium)

#1: Denzel Washington

#2: Russell Crowe

#3: Idris Elba

#4: Chiwetel Ejiofor

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American Gangster Fun Facts

Denzel Washington, who played Frank Lucas in American Gangster, wore real clothes owned by the actual Frank Lucas.

Ridley Scott originally envisioned Benicio del Toro to play Richie Roberts before casting Russell Crowe.

American Gangster Polls

Favorite character in American Gangster

Frank Lucas

Richie Roberts

Huey Lucas

Detective Trupo

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Favorite Scene in American Gangster

The Confrontation

The Sting Operation

The Thanksgiving Dinner

Blue Magic Speech

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Popular Characters

Frank Lucas

Richie Roberts

Tango

Eva

Huey Lucas

Rika

Detective Carbone

Prosecutor

Nicky Barnes

Timeline Highlights ( To Fictional )

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birth

September 9, 1930

Frank Lucas' Early Life

Frank Lucas is born in La Grange, North Carolina.

criminal_activity

Circa 1968

Frank Lucas Establishes Drug Empire

Lucas establishes a heroin smuggling operation, cutting out middlemen by sourcing directly from Southeast Asia.

arrest

1975

Frank Lucas' Arrest

Frank Lucas is arrested on drug charges after a major investigation.

legal

Mid-1970s

Frank Lucas' Cooperation with Authorities

Lucas cooperates with law enforcement, leading to numerous arrests in the drug trade.

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