AMERICAN GANGSTER is a gripping crime drama set in 1970s New York City. The film delves into the lives of two extraordinary men: Frank Lucas, a charismatic and ruthless drug lord, and Richie Roberts, a dedicated and incorruptible detective.

Frank Lucas, a former soldier, leverages his connections to build a powerful drug empire in Harlem. He cuts out the middlemen and sources heroin directly from Southeast Asia, smuggling it into the U.S. in the coffins of fallen soldiers. His high-quality, affordable "Blue Magic" heroin quickly dominates the market, challenging the established Mafia organizations.

Meanwhile, Detective Richie Roberts, a rising star in the Newark Police Department, becomes obsessed with bringing down Lucas. With his relentless pursuit of justice, Roberts uncovers the intricate network of corruption and violence that sustains Lucas's empire. As the two men clash, a cat-and-mouse game ensues, testing the limits of their determination and morality.

AMERICAN GANGSTER was released on November 2, 2007.