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Movie Info

Release Date: July 18, 1990
Runtime: 103 minutes
Genres:
Crime Thriller
Budget: $5,300,000
Revenue: $2,554,712
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Production Countries:
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
Ratings from trusted sources
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74%
Tomatometer
66
66/100
Metacritic
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6.8/10
TMDB
758 votes
6.9/10
IMDb
48,121 votes
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King of New York

1990

"Power has a price; loyalty comes with risk."

Crime Thriller 103 min 6.9/10

Synopsis

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

Content guidance for parents

Category Level Indicator
Violence 4/5
Sexual Content 2/5
Language 4/5
Drugs / Alcohol 3/5
Frightening Elements 3/5
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Box Office

Budget: $5,300,000
Revenue: $2,554,712
Profit -$-2,745,288
ROI -51.8% (0.5x)

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Keywords

#murder 245 #new york city 230 #dramatic 116 #gangster 70 #cocaine 21 #drug lord 16 #hope 13 #dirty cop 9 #release from prison 8 #religious statue 2 #aspirin 1

Trivia & Fun Facts about King of New York

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  • The film was shot on location in various parts of New York City, with notable scenes filmed in Harlem and the Lower East Side, highlighting the urban environment that plays a critical role in the story.

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  • Christopher Walken's portrayal of Frank White was influenced by the real-life figure of John Gotti, as the character embodies elements of charisma and ruthlessness often associated with mob leaders.

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  • The film features a distinctive soundtrack that includes contributions from various artists, with the score composed by Joe Delia, enhancing the film's intense and gritty atmosphere.

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  • In one scene, a character mistakenly refers to 'the five families' when there are actually six, creating a continuity error that points to the film's focus on organized crime dynamics.

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  • The film is often compared to Martin Scorsese's 'Taxi Driver,' as both films explore themes of urban decay and anti-heroism, with 'King of New York' serving as a modern reinterpretation of similar motifs.

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  • Laurence Fishburne's character, Jimmy Jump, was initially written as a smaller role but was expanded due to Fishburne's compelling audition, showcasing his strong screen presence.

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