
American Gangster (2000)
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William Hootkins as Narrator
Episodes 3
The Promised Land
August 10, 2000
1x1
In the early 1900's, highly organised gangs emerged to rule the streets, as the gangster life became a quick road out of poverty.
Read MoreBootleg Years
August 17, 2000
1x2
When the manufacture, sale and distribution of alcohol was banned in 1920, a bootlegging industry flourished overnight. It was highly organized ; it was trans-national ; it generated millions of dollars. And it gave birth to the Mob.
Read MoreThe Mob Underground
Season Finale
August 24, 2000
1x3
How the Mob operated like an underworld business corporate is the most fascinating part of the Gangster story. It began in 1930s New York by Salvatore 'Charlie Lucky' Luciano.
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