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The Best Episodes of American Gangster Season 1

Every episode of American Gangster Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of American Gangster Season 1!

"American Gangster" chronicles the life and times of some of Black America’s most notorious crime figures. The show will explore without glorifying, and investigate without celebrating these criminal-minded men and women. Each episode will blend

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    American Gangster Season 1 Episode 1 - Stanley Tookie Williams
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    #1 - Stanley Tookie Williams

    S1:E1

    He was a Nobel Peace Prize nominee, he worked with troubled youth and he co-founded one of the most infamous gangs that continues to terrorize the Black community nationwide. His life is documented in this installment.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. American Gangster Season 1 Episode 2 - 'Freeway Ricky' Ross
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    #2 - 'Freeway Ricky' Ross

    S1:E2

    This installment chronicles Ross' rise and fall in narcotics distribution and his unusual connection to the Reagan-era CIA/Iran-Contras controversy.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. American Gangster Season 1 Episode 3 - Leroy Nicky Barnes
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    #3 - Leroy Nicky Barnes

    S1:E3

    This installment chronicles Barnes' life addiction to heroine beginning in the 1950s. He is now known as the most notorious snitch in history.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. American Gangster Season 1 Episode 4 - Troy & Dino Smith
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    #4 - Troy & Dino Smith

    S1:E4

    This installment explores the Smiths' rise from teen criminals to masterminds of some of Bay Area's most cunning crimes.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. American Gangster Season 1 Episode 5 - The Chambers Brothers
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    #5 - The Chambers Brothers

    S1:E5

    Billy Joe, Larry, Willie and Otis Chambers are some of the most notorious drug lords in America. This installment chronicles their high points and their fall in 1988 because Larry videotaped the drug deals, and the tapes were found.

    Director:Unknown
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  6. American Gangster Season 1 Episode 6 - Lorenzo 'Fat Cat' Nichols
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    #6 - Lorenzo 'Fat Cat' Nichols

    S1:E6

    This installment shows what Queens, NY was really like when Nichols roamed the streets.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Stanley Tookie Williams" is the best rated episode of "American Gangster" season 1. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 11/28/2006. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "'Freeway Ricky' Ross".