King of New York
A former drug lord returns from prison determined to wipe out all his competition and distribute the profits of his operations to New York's poor and lower classes in this stylish and ultra violent modern twist on Robin Hood.
Release Year
1990
Runtime
103 min
Audience Score
6.8
Genres
Thriller, Crime
Story Snapshot
A former drug lord returns from prison determined to wipe out all his competition and distribute the profits of his operations to New York's poor and lower classes in this stylish and ultra violent modern twist on Robin Hood.
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King of New York is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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