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 from the Far East.
Following the death of his employer and mentor, Bumpy Johnson, Frank
Lucas establishes himself as the number one importer of heroin in the
Harlem district of Manhattan. He does so by buying heroin directly from
the source in South East Asia and he comes up with a unique way of
importing the drugs into the United States. As a result, his product is
superior to what is currently available on the street and his prices are
lower. His alliance with the New York Mafia ensures his position. It is
also the story of a dedicated and honest policeman, Richie Roberts, who
heads up a joint narcotics task force with the Federal government.
Based on a true story.
Director: Ridley Scott
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