King of New York (1990)

Following a long stint in prison, the notorious drug kingpin, Frank White, returns to the chaotic heart of New York City, brimming with relentless determination to reclaim his lost empire. The city he once ruled has changed, with new faces occupying his old throne, but this is a trifling setback for a man like White, whose ambition is as unyielding as his resolve. In a ruthless bid to regain control, Frank, alongside his loyal henchman, Jimmy Jump, orchestrates a fierce onslaught against the competition, painting the city’s streets with blood and violence. However, his ambitions extend beyond merely dominating the drug trade. Driven by a twisted sense of philanthropy, Frank plans to channel his ill-gotten gains into modernizing the hospital in his old neighborhood, which stands as a stark reminder of his humble beginnings. Amidst the city’s glitz and glamour, Frank navigates the political landscape with his girlfriend, Jennifer, a seasoned counselor who frequents the elite circles of the city. However, as Frank ascends the ladder of power, he finds himself in the crosshairs of a group of rogue cops, led by the relentless Dennis Gilley and Thomas Flanigan. Unfazed by the protestations of their superior, Detective Roy Bishop, these vigilante officers devise a cunning plan to eliminate Frank and his gang, unleashing a storm of chaos on the streets of New York. King of New York is a gritty, urban saga that explores the dichotomy of a man riddled with contradictions, a ruthless criminal with an altruistic vision. As Frank's dream of being the city's savior clashes with his bloody ascent to power, viewers are drawn into the heart of a city teetering on the brink of anarchy, where crime, corruption, and dogged determination collide in a breathtaking spectacle of power and ambition.

King of New York is a crime movie featuring Christopher Walken.

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