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American Gangster

2007
Drama
Suspense/Thriller
2h 37m
In 1970s America, a detective works to bring down the drug empire of Frank Lucas, a heroin kingpin from Manhattan, who is smuggling the drug into the country in the coffins of soldiers returning from the Vietnam War. (imdb)
Directed by:
Ridley Scott Ridley Scott
Written by:
Steven Zaillian Steven Zaillian Mark Jacobson
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Starring:
KaDee Strickland KaDee Strickland Denzel Washington Denzel Washington Cuba Gooding Jr. Cuba Gooding Jr. Ruby Dee Ruby Dee Russell Crowe Russell Crowe Josh Brolin Josh Brolin Carla Gugino Carla Gugino Joe Morton Joe Morton Ted Levine Ted Levine John Hawkes John Hawkes Kevin Corrigan Kevin Corrigan Idris Elba Idris Elba
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Genres:
Drama, Suspense/Thriller, Crime, Biography
Countries:
UK, USA
Languages:
English, Spanish, Thai
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American Gangster

2007
Drama
Suspense/Thriller
2h 37m
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paxtonPaxton
Rated 09 Aug 2018
70
65th
I wouldn't put this anywhere near the top of gangster movies, but I would put it next to Scarface. Zing! Better than Black Mass, on par with A Bronx Tale, but not quite as good as Oscar. One of those is bunk.
Rated 09 Aug 2018
bojanglesBojangles
Rated 27 Nov 2007
50
38th
Gotta love Denzel's go-to move. When in doubt, violently sideswipe the nearest receptacle of water.
Rated 27 Nov 2007
terrymacterrymac
Rated 06 Jun 2017
77
77th
A thoroughly competent, if unspectacular crime yarn. It would be hard to make a stinker with this cast, even if they all seem to be playing largely to type. The underlying story is solid, but perhaps feels like there was a lot more artistic license taken than was necessary. Fine entertainment.
Rated 06 Jun 2017
jasongirl67Jasongirl67
Rated 12 Aug 2019
75
69th
Great MOVIE ! Based on true events Superb cast Plenty of " Guy Candy" in Supporting roles My only complaint the stories too long
Rated 12 Aug 2019
mjvmoviemanMJVmovieMan
Rated 04 Nov 2007
74
63rd
Ridley Scott's film holds back and remains reserved when it should be spiraling off the charts. Denzel's performance as crime-lord, Frank Lucas, seems more humbled than expected, and Crowe has all the good-cop smarts, but can't make the chase pulsating enough. The movie lacks fear and intensity, but brims with obvious star-power and continual interest and care for its subject matter. While gripping, that desire lingers for what seems to be missing from such a boiling mixture of talent.
Rated 04 Nov 2007
unccomp09unccomp09
Rated 27 Aug 2009
85
71st
The biographical film about Frank Lucas created a hero from a drug dealer. The movie was a great portrayal of the American dream - no matter who you are, where you come from, or what you do, opportunities exist, and success can be attained. The movie followed the life of a crime boss that created an illegal drug dealing empire. He was heroic in that he aided his family, took care of his mother, followed his principles, and did not let the money go to his head. The movie was excellent.
Rated 27 Aug 2009
ribcageribcage
Rated 07 Oct 2019
62
42nd
For Denzel’s performance, for Scott’s excellent direction and period creation, and a story that moves at the right pace, American Gangster is worth a watch. But standing on the shoulders of classics, this film itself is not one. The good-bad guy, bad-good guy contrast gets no new life in Scott’s version, and there’s not enough true complexity to Frank Lucas to make him feel like more than a glorification of a man who destroyed thousands of lives with heroin.
Rated 07 Oct 2019
martintellerMartinTeller
Rated 21 Dec 2008
70
35th
Somewhat muddled pacing (I watched the theatrical version, not the director's cut) and not terribly original, but an entertaining watch. It feels a bit like Ridley Scott is doing his best Scorsese impersonation. Denzel Washington's presence is compelling and charismatic as always, while Russell Crowe is as bland and boring as ever.
Rated 21 Dec 2008
alex_watkinsAlex Watkins
Rated 17 Jul 2009
3
38th
American Gangster has some great characterizations and a fantastic portrayal of 70s era NY, but it's a bit overambitious, attempting to draw the material out to nearly three hours and combining two storylines that only intertwine towards the end, when Lucas' story is the more interesting of the two. Both would have made good movies on their own, but they don't seem to mesh all that well here. But it's still a fun, even gripping at times, crime flick, even if it falls short of its goals.
Rated 17 Jul 2009
jsim596jsim596
Rated 19 Nov 2007
3
48th
It's ok, but nothing special. The Wire has taught us to expect more from this kind of story.
Rated 19 Nov 2007
teddedonTedDedon
Rated 07 Nov 2007
83
67th
Ridley Scott has had sort of a weak... twenty years. American Gangster marks the greatest achievement in his catalog since Blade Runner came out. While Denzel Washington is superb, the movie is overlong and tries to keep the story too even-handed when it should be clearly about Frank Lucas. Russel Crowe does a fine job, but it should be a supporting character, not a secondary leading character. It feels unfocused and often times it falls to the crime drama cliches. Good, but not superb.
Rated 07 Nov 2007
pickpocketPickpocket
Rated 18 Feb 2008
7
68th
Had it not been for the montage of Denzel turning into the stereotypical Denzel character at the end this would've been great. That ending was just too dumb. Come on, Ridley.
Rated 18 Feb 2008
doctor7doctor7
Rated 04 Nov 2007
89
90th
Brilliant film. Scott manages to avoid a lot of gangster and cop flick cliches and creates a compelling crime drama that shows you both sides of the law. Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe are in top form for the entirety of the film. As well the supporting cast is very good. Essential viewing for any crime movie fan.
Rated 04 Nov 2007
jherman89Jherman89
Rated 29 Nov 2007
78
73rd
A substantially decent crime drama. It features excellent cinematography despite the script's lack of originality. The film doesn't deliver like you would expect it to either. With Ridley Scott at the helm of a project featuring Washington and Crowe; this movie doesn't create any emotional or memorable character.
Rated 29 Nov 2007
owen1218owen1218
Rated 27 Dec 2007
30
6th
Well, that was a waste of time.
Rated 27 Dec 2007
backwardsuitbackwardsuit
Rated 11 Apr 2015
67
38th
Plenty of interesting stuff in the story but kinda doesn't know what to focus on. Ends up feeling disjointed and long. Could use some merciless editing. Still some impressive going and technically very well done. Has a nice period feel and actors are fine.
Rated 11 Apr 2015
peaceanarchyPeaceAnarchy
Rated 10 Nov 2007
87
87th
A great film that's solid all around. Great acting, an interesting story and it captures the feel of the 70's perfectly. It's only problem is that it's a bit unfocused, but never enough to distract
Rated 10 Nov 2007
luna6ixLuna6ix
Rated 18 May 2008
84
86th
Since the year 2000 almost every movie Denzel is in makes him more bad ass than the last, and I love it. This movie has him slightly villianized, even though it's probably for realism. Packed full of suspense and action.
Rated 18 May 2008
mattorama12mattorama12
Rated 13 Feb 2012
63
42nd
If you had told me I was only going give this a rating in the low 60s, I would have laughed in your face and maybe punched you. I don't know why this movie didn't work for me, but it just seemed forgettable and uninspired. What a shame.
Rated 13 Feb 2012
tjekhovTjekhov
Rated 13 May 2011
40
27th
Wow, a suprising bromance turn, huh - didn't see that coming...
Rated 13 May 2011
muutanetmuutanet
Rated 05 Apr 2008
75
74th
Denzel Washington is absolutely brilliant in the leading role. The latter part of the movie goes good, but the beginning of the story lacks the interesting, coherent script. I know that the idea is that police is out of the map to find out the main man, but it lasts too long, because viewer is as well loosing an interest on the movie. Crowe's character was quite hollow to be in the key role after the bad guy.
Rated 05 Apr 2008
farzanFarzan
Rated 27 Feb 2008
83
79th
Ridley Scott directs Crowe and Washington in another great film. This is a different side of Scott. It is different from most of his films and he does a tremendous job in this, but the films lacks a script. Scott also gives us a few memorable scenes, but the films lack of characterization was disappointing.. Overall, American Gangster is a great crime film with great performances from both Crowe and Washington especially, who is very charming as Frank Lucas. Scott did it again.
Rated 27 Feb 2008
pjmPJM
Rated 17 Nov 2007
60
13th
Well acted -- especially by Crowe -- but with excrutiating pacing while, at the same time, too little time spent on certain crucial elements. A missed opportunity, in my mind.
Rated 17 Nov 2007
therealj_roTheRealJ-Ro
Rated 18 May 2009
75
56th
The individual performances were quite good, although (somewhat unfortunately) Russell Crowe's characters, performances, etc., are becoming so predictable for me, I can almost sit there and predict lines - see State of Play. But it's a strong movie in and of itself, and the time in History in which it's set makes it all the more interesting for me. I have a soft spot for both Crowe and Denzel Washington - and any time I get to see Josh Brolin on screen, it's a good day.
Rated 18 May 2009
agentsnipeAgentSnipe
Rated 02 Feb 2008
86
92nd
The story is interesting and is a fun crime story. Denzel Washington is as charismatic as ever as Frank Lucas, the seemingly first black drug kingpin. The real draw to this movie is the rousing drug bust climax. It's one of the most intense action sequences of the year.
Rated 02 Feb 2008
skenkereSkenkere
Rated 06 Nov 2007
75
71st
Definitely a really solid crime drama, but parts of it were just really reminiscent of other gangster movies, so it didn't seem particularly original, and I was slightly let down. I think I'm just being too harsh because I expected a collaboration of Ridley Scott, Denzel, and Russell Crowe to be one of the most amazing movies I'd ever seen. It wasn't, but it's still pretty damn good.
Rated 06 Nov 2007
tipartipar
Rated 15 Oct 2019
50
37th
An introduction of two hours and then the movie begins.
Rated 15 Oct 2019
omgfridgeomgfridge
Rated 17 Apr 2009
9
91st
Washington is the ultimate presence actor. Only matched by how well Ridley Scott crafted this movie. Enjoyable on many levels.
Rated 17 Apr 2009
anomalyAnomaly
Rated 08 Dec 2007
65
38th
A well produced and directed film, it just didn't click with me. Maybe it was the similarities to greater movies drawing attention to the film itself, or that I didn't really care about Crowe's character for whatever reason.
Rated 08 Dec 2007
okkervilOkkervil
Rated 22 Oct 2009
84
89th
Comfortably Scott's best film since Blade Runner. American Gangster is an engaging and thoughtful crime drama, with two very good lead performances. The ending is a touch messy, but certainly does not hinder the film. If you can, watch the Extended Version, it's worth it.
Rated 22 Oct 2009
lavos222lavos222
Rated 04 Jan 2008
78
38th
It's good and all, but nothing really stuck out about it... A little on the slow side as well.
Rated 04 Jan 2008
davidblastDavidBlast
Rated 13 Jun 2010
50
43rd
It's Washington as... himself in a wildly uneven story, with too many uninteresting threads, such as everything regarding Lucas' wife. On the other hand the magnitude of the story does not deny itself, so overall it's a decent gangster flick.
Rated 13 Jun 2010
boxcarsBoxcars
Rated 23 Dec 2016
7
49th
"American Gangster" cycles through the familiar procedures in the gangster movie formula; in that regard, it's unexceptional. But the film distinguishes itself from other genre pictures with some vital moments of execution. The firefights are few. The real contest is a battle of convictions between the leads (played with expected prowess by Denzel and Crowe.) As shown by their climactic confrontation, compromise makes the difference between a penthouse, a jailhouse, and a morgue.
Rated 23 Dec 2016
joojooJooJoo
Rated 07 Dec 2008
4
56th
Such a terribly formulaic plot; nearly 3 hours in length but things never feel connected here, it's just sloppy. The two leads play the same role they've been doing since.......yeah a while, but they still do it well [nice to see Cuba Gooding Jr. doing something worthwhile again, at least].
Rated 07 Dec 2008
leekennleekenn
Rated 21 Apr 2010
82
75th
I don't think there will be many people out there who don't like this. It's well paced (although very long!), well acted, it's a good story, has some great scenes, and a good ending. It's not groundbreaking by any means, but it is a very solid film indeed.
Rated 21 Apr 2010
vandelay1Vandelay1
Rated 07 Dec 2008
71
79th
good movie
Rated 07 Dec 2008
obdurateObdurate
Rated 05 Feb 2017
80
67th
Doesn't appear to tackle its subject matter very accurately, but hey, it was a damn good crime drama. Denzel is the star in both character and performance, giving genuine life to another role in his career, and the rest of the great cast did what they had to do as well. It's put together well in almost every way; the only real problems is that the script isn't necessarily strong enough to prevent this from feeling a little bloated. You need more from a movie this long.
Rated 05 Feb 2017
nathan_sNathan S
Rated 09 Dec 2007
2
21st
I enjoyed the depiction of 60's and 70's New York and Jersey. It was pretty seedy and gave Denzel plenty of room to work with. The progression of revealing Frank Lucas is great; at first you're struck by his charisma and street smarts, then by the sheer ruthlessness of his will. Unfortunately the Crowe character is completely useless, and the whole thing ends up a bit bloated.
Rated 09 Dec 2007
djrossdjross
Rated 06 Feb 2011
60
63rd
Fairly interesting investigation of gangsterism-cum-capitalism that strives (with moderate success) to be more thematically interesting than the standard generic fare (far better, for example, than Mann's HEAT). The characterisation was OK, although almost certainly distant from the real-life characters on which it is based. Just a little less Hollywoodisation and mythification, and this may have turned out a fine movie. Some nice cinematography. Score is for the extended version.
Rated 06 Feb 2011
huahHuah
Rated 04 Feb 2012
85
63rd
An overall solid film, some of the characters were lacking and the sub-plots were quite vague and redundant. Good acting and cinematography. Frank Lucas fulfilled the American Dream, but at the cost of his family, wife, and the lives of the thousands of people who's lives were destroyed by the infamous "Blue Magic". You can have all the money and power in the world and still be completely and utterly alone. This film shouldn't glamorize the lifestyle, but show you the underbelly of it.
Rated 04 Feb 2012
ytadelYtadel
Rated 02 Jan 2008
7
84th
Pretty much everything in it - from the acting to the lighting to the locations to the camera motion to the music to the editing - is slick, glossy, and tightly produced to well-lubed, Oscar-friendly perfection, which makes me want to dislike it, but damn if it isn't good entertainment from one end to another. It feels like an attempt to make the black Godfather, and is partially successful.
Rated 02 Jan 2008
kasperlKasperL
Rated 15 Jan 2008
50
29th
Unoriginal and unimpressive on all counts. And I hate that Ruby Dee received an Oscar-nomination simply because she's old.
Rated 15 Jan 2008
ktappektappe
Rated 23 Mar 2008
71
41st
Had huge potential, and is certainly a very moody piece of filmography. But the plot has holes you can fly a 727 through. And the presentation jumps forward at times, leaving the viewer behind. We found ourselves backing up the DVD several times to try to interpret things; I feel sorry for those who saw this in the theater who had no such luxury. The scenes of the junkies on Thanksgiving was powerful filmmaking--if only the rest of the film were as good.
Rated 23 Mar 2008
eveeluneveelun
Rated 05 Dec 2007
74
55th
The story is compelling and the film manages to effectively capture the gritty 70's NY feel. Denzel is outstanding as the lead, a complex and charismatic entrepeneur who really drives this movie. Crowe is good, too, but his storyline is definitely the less interesting one. The film is kind of formulaic and drags in places (the 160 minute running time makes it feel somewhat bloated), but overall it's entertaining and a fine, if not superlative, entry into the crime genre.
Rated 05 Dec 2007
jarmannJarmann
Rated 28 May 2008
65
31st
Somehow I feel I have seen it all before.
Rated 28 May 2008
lucluc
Rated 26 Oct 2008
75
85th
Very long movie (extended version) with my favorite actor D.Washington who plays a brilliant role as badguy. Not so much violence in this movie and it was not boring. Interesting story and worth-seeing !
Rated 26 Oct 2008
nandorizzinandorizzi
Rated 06 Feb 2008
90
94th
Brilliant criminal movie. Director and competent Actors. One of the best in 2007.
Rated 06 Feb 2008
buggz79buggz79
Rated 05 Nov 2007
84
92nd
Pretty long movie...but never boring.
Rated 05 Nov 2007
herbert_ederHerbert Eder
Rated 29 Nov 2007
80
75th
Denzel Washington's portrayal of a ruthless but charismatic gangster is his best performance since he played a cop in Training Day.
Rated 29 Nov 2007
sw0sw0
Rated 06 Feb 2008
88
77th
I love movies that are based off of true stories.
Rated 06 Feb 2008
bingbing
Rated 02 Feb 2012
45
11th
Same un-engaging, poorly-paced gangster movie we've seen before. Can't shake the feeling I'm missing half the plot, and can't get invested in awful leading men.
Rated 02 Feb 2012
lonewolf2003Lonewolf2003
Rated 03 Dec 2014
82
88th
(2nd viewing, 1st:90)
Rated 03 Dec 2014
buryBury
Rated 11 Oct 2010
80
90th
7
Rated 11 Oct 2010
psychedelicrpsychedelicr
Rated 05 Jul 2008
70
50th
Overhyped, but still good, cause Denzel is a great lead.
Rated 05 Jul 2008
sebbysebby
Rated 11 May 2009
70
72nd
Entertaining crime film that goes on a little too long and is a bit too polished for my liking.
Rated 11 May 2009
spaceflohspacefloh
Rated 27 Feb 2008
58
47th
eng
Rated 27 Feb 2008
andrewlairdandrew.laird
Rated 13 Mar 2009
65
29th
Thought it was a little long
Rated 13 Mar 2009
billkerwinbillkerwin
Rated 20 Dec 2009
80
42nd
Interesting but overlong and poorly edited film. I like the way it sees gangsterism as just an extention of capitalism.
Rated 20 Dec 2009
armondwhiteArmondWhite
Rated 10 Jan 2011
1
0th
American Gangster's simultaneous celebration of crime, punishment and upward mobility should be titled Cry Capitalism. That's the code of the new Western.
Rated 10 Jan 2011
difontaineDifontaine
Rated 14 Dec 2007
86
90th
As a standalone film its very good - against its ambitions to join the top table of film it just falls short. Not sure why but it does.
Rated 14 Dec 2007
hatecr0whatecr0w
Rated 20 Jul 2009
70
29th
Good movie. Some parts were a little slow and the acting started to border on contrived and forced at times.
Rated 20 Jul 2009
isobelmoonIsobelmoon
Rated 03 Aug 2009
69
63rd
Not a bad movie but some real background is needed to actually put into context the plot and the author
Rated 03 Aug 2009
gtown1479gtown1479
Rated 23 Mar 2008
81
74th
Sadly the movie was not as good as the book. I had higher expectations for it. Denzel and Crowe both do a good job in their roles, but somehow the movie was over two hours long and still had a problem of having everything come together. If you don't like needles you might not enjoy this movie too. But gotta love the "put the money in the cup" scene. 20%.
Rated 23 Mar 2008
eric_janeric-jan
Rated 26 Jan 2009
85
94th
BOOOM!
Rated 26 Jan 2009
chmulcr0nchmul_cr0n
Rated 16 Jul 2012
65
40th
Very cheesy, especially in the dialogue. But kinda cool, kinda moody and with great performances. Ending of the Extended Cut is pretty weird, though.
Rated 16 Jul 2012
yoohooyoohoo
Rated 10 Jun 2016
85
82nd
A great crime film with great performances. The writing could have used some work, but the story held my attention.
Rated 10 Jun 2016
bwaterbwater
Rated 28 Dec 2007
92
81st
A remarkable story that most Americans know a least a part of. Theres a real O Wow fuction to this movie and the back story that goes with it. Denzel & Russell give there usual great preformances so you are totally drawn into their characters.
Rated 28 Dec 2007
kadikoykadikoy
Rated 30 Jan 2020
80
89th
2 dev aktörden uyuşturucu mafyası filmi. Denzel Washington mafya, Russell Crowe'da peşindeki polisi oynadığı film, 2,5 saatlik süresine rağmen ilgiyle izletiyor. Bağlantılar, para, kötü polisler, arkadaşlıklar, düşmanlıklar. Filmin sonunda, Frank Lucas son işinde kendini ele veriyor. Millet savaşa gider, bunlar eroin için gitmişler. Birde filmin bu saçma kurgusunu göze batırması kötü. Polis gibi becer. Avukat gibi değil.
Rated 30 Jan 2020
filliganFilligan
Rated 04 Nov 2007
83
51st
I liked this one. It's certainly not a masterpiece but it's still entertaining and intriguing. All the actors give great performances, especially Washington, as was expected.
Rated 04 Nov 2007
haleyeslinkyhaleyeslinky
Rated 02 Mar 2009
90
67th
Denzel Washington should have won some awards for this, if he didn't.
Rated 02 Mar 2009
dmbbearcatdmbbearcat
Rated 06 Jun 2011
86
77th
Washington and Crowe both deliver, as usual, but it's the way they both interact with each other that really sets this one apart. It's long and it certainly requires close attention, but it is well worth the watch.
Rated 06 Jun 2011
scurryscurry
Rated 15 Mar 2010
55
67th
Denzel is being Denzel and the others do just enough to carry him but not more. It is hardly original, but maybe that is too much to ask in this conservative genre. The photo is striking and there are a few great scenes, but they are connected by a long and plodding narrative. Confusingly, some scenes end in very sudden cuts that I have a hard time seeing the point of.
Rated 15 Mar 2010
lucky7lucky7
Rated 28 Jan 2008
91
75th
one of my favorite crime movies. excellent performances from denzel washington and russell crowe. the movie has an amazing storyline. it's a little boring at times but the acting and the story is too good.
Rated 28 Jan 2008
andreasthauAndreasThau
Rated 04 Jan 2011
40
20th
Disappointing in all aspects. Scott has really fallen just as high as he rised. DECENT acting and utterly a good story, spoiled more than well used, are the things that makes American Gangster just a wee bit worth watching.
Rated 04 Jan 2011
johnshaftjohnshaft
Rated 01 Jul 2009
72
46th
Denzel Washington holds the audiences interest even when the script doesn't.
Rated 01 Jul 2009
kavuKavu
Rated 22 Nov 2007
90
94th
Phenomenal performance by Denzel Washington and almost as good by Russel Crowe. One of the best crime movies ever.
Rated 22 Nov 2007
eatbeanseatbeans
Rated 19 Jun 2024
6
53rd
It's rather violent. I guess you knew that.
Rated 19 Jun 2024
el_pedroEl Pedro
Rated 18 Mar 2011
64
34th
this is an okay crime movie
Rated 18 Mar 2011
revvadaulReV_VAdAUL
Rated 31 Dec 2007
80
53rd
A competant portrayal of the emergance of black control of the urban drug trade but overly sentimental in parts and the tell this *kind* of story far better. That said the examination of police corruption and how drugs get to the market did break new ground creating more of a rounded picture of the problem than The Wire sometimes does. Good but lacking lasting appeal.
Rated 31 Dec 2007
altulsterAltUlster
Rated 03 Feb 2009
24
23rd
Someone answer that fucking phone! Jesus Christ, why won't anyone answer that fucking phone!!
Rated 03 Feb 2009
ehafnerE.Hafner
Rated 10 Nov 2007
65
30th
There's no denying the talent on and off screen, it's the script that fails to deliver anything new or and sort of twists or surprises. It feels like we've seen this movie before and we know right where its headed. However, Ridley Scott is a genius behind the camera, every scene is dark and intense which keeps your interest even through the slower parts.
Rated 10 Nov 2007
kgbelliveaukgbelliveau
Rated 01 Dec 2009
86
68th
Washington was awesome. A really good portrayal of a gangsters life
Rated 01 Dec 2009
timmotimmo
Rated 02 Dec 2007
60
17th
Well done but forgettable.
Rated 02 Dec 2007
moco64moco64
Rated 21 Dec 2007
95
98th
One of the best movies I've seen. Great character development and story.
Rated 21 Dec 2007
kezkez
Rated 19 Jan 2009
75
75th
Decent movie , excellent OST
Rated 19 Jan 2009
pmanPman
Rated 04 Jan 2010
80
65th
Good story with solid performances by the stars. for once Denzel gets it right.
Rated 04 Jan 2010
monstergearMonsterGear
Rated 06 Nov 2007
85
79th
Somebody's probably going to get an Academy Award for this. Not sure who, but somebody.
Rated 06 Nov 2007
tarranttarrant
Rated 05 Nov 2007
75
72nd
So many of the elements of this film were similar to other great gangster movies that I felt like I had already seen it. Serpico, Scarface, The Godfather, and even the HBO series The Wire were all obviously very influential to this film. Being of fan of this genre I still got some enjoyment out the film, but overall I think I could have better spent my time rewatching one of the classics instead.
Rated 05 Nov 2007
marc01marc01
Rated 12 Feb 2009
75
51st
Scott's best film in a long time. Which is not saying much.
Rated 12 Feb 2009
kokoskotekokoskote
Rated 25 Jan 2015
99
83rd
All the actors do a great job--from Denzel Washington to Russell Crowe to Cuba Gooding, Jr. The scenes of people doing drugs made me uncomfortable, as if the movie were glorifying it, but it also showed the reality the life of junkies, so I guess that's just life. The movie is 3 hours long, but so well-written and well-paced that I didn't really notice the time. The last scene felt a bit off, as if something essential was to follow but accidentally got edited out. Otherwise, an excellent job.
Rated 25 Jan 2015
slow_riotSlow Riot
Rated 27 Jan 2008
95
97th
class
Rated 27 Jan 2008
war_machineWar Machine
Rated 01 Mar 2024
74
62nd
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Rated 01 Mar 2024
thmertensth_mertens
Rated 08 Aug 2008
66
40th
Although the story was well portrayed I thought American Gangster was too slick. ... Ridley Scott seems to be directing on automatic pilot and leaves any originality and edginess out of the film. ... Wasn't that enthousiastic about this one, sorry.
Rated 08 Aug 2008
soluwolesoluwole
Rated 19 Feb 2008
80
41st
good action movie
Rated 19 Feb 2008
pledoPledo
Rated 08 Dec 2009
97
98th
Incredible Movie. BEst role of Denzel Washington ever.
Rated 08 Dec 2009
davidkahaneDavidKahane
Rated 25 May 2009
45
26th
A generic Hollywood offering, trying futilely to wring drama out of the drug trade and the efforts of the dedicated few who fight against it. A film like this pops up every few years and it's rarely any good. It's as if the creators assume that just because the film is about substances that are prevalent at all their best parties, it'll automatically yield interesting material. That theory doesn't hold up for cocaine or heroin any more than it would for Chex mix.
Rated 25 May 2009
bzymusbzymus
Rated 12 Aug 2023
75
54th
audiovisual 76 acting 80 overall feeling 68 avg 75
Rated 12 Aug 2023
pigletPiglet
Rated 09 Jun 2009
70
59th
When you look at the people involved, you'd expect more, but good enough.
Rated 09 Jun 2009
skandigraunskandigraun
Rated 20 Dec 2008
82
54th
An ordinary gangster film of a not ordinary gangster. Good.
Rated 20 Dec 2008
slantmagSlantMag
Rated 17 Oct 2010
10
9th
"Not only is American Gangster dumb as a rock, but it's also far too convinced of its import to be any fun." - Nick Schager
Rated 17 Oct 2010

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