Stylish and smouldering. Frank White, a drug lord of New York, is released from prison and plans to make a more positive mark on the city. But after reuniting with his loyal and violence hungry gang, he finds the odds are very much stacked up against him. Not only has New York changed for the worse, being run by incompetent pretenders to his crown, but the police force are also after his head - dead or…
Top Cast
Christopher Walken
Frank White
David Caruso
Dennis Gilley
Laurence Fishburne
Jimmy Jump
Victor Argo
Roy Bishop
Wesley Snipes
Thomas Flanigan
Janet Julian
Jennifer
Joey Chin
Larry Wong
Giancarlo Esposito
Lance
Paul Calderon
Joey Dalesio
Steve Buscemi
Test Tube
Theresa Randle
Raye
Leonard L. Thomas
Blood
Roger Guenveur Smith
Tanner
Carrie Nygren
Melanie
Ernest Abuba
King Tito
Frank Adonis
Paul Calgari
Reviews
Incredibly acted and beautifully stylized. Really enjoyed this entry in the 90s crime era, one of the best in my opinion.
Shoulda loved it, didn't. The violent nature of <em>'King of New York'</em> is its strongest element, though otherwise I found this to be unsatisfying. A lot happens but none of it really clicked for me, while I held very little interest in any of the characters - despite an exceptional cast list. Christopher Walken, Laurence Fishburne, Wesley Snipes, Steve Buscemi and Giancarlo Esposito are all in there, yet…
FAQ about King of New York
What is King of New York about?
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.
When was King of New York released?
King of New York was released in 1990.
What genres does King of New York belong to?
King of New York is categorised as Thriller, Crime.
Who stars in King of New York?
The cast of King of New York includes Christopher Walken, David Caruso, Laurence Fishburne, Victor Argo, Wesley Snipes.