Gangs of New York (2002)
An Irish immigrant infiltrates a brutal gang in 1860s New York, fighting for revenge and his people's survival.
In early 1860s New York, Irish immigrant Amsterdam Vallon is released from prison and returns to the Five Points, seeking revenge against his father's killer, William Cutting, a powerful anti-immigrant gang leader. He knows that revenge can only be attained by infiltrating Cutting's inner circle. Vallon's journey becomes a fight for personal survival and to find a place for the Irish people.
How intense is Gangs of New York?
Gangs of New York has graphic gore and brutal violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated R.
What Gangs of New York feels like
- Tone
- grittyepicatmospheric
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
Where to stream Gangs of New York
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Is Gangs of New York scary?
No. Gangs of New York is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is Gangs of New York gory or violent?
Graphic gore (2 of 3) and brutal violence (3 of 3). If graphic gore is a dealbreaker, skip it.
Is Gangs of New York sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Gangs of New York OK for kids?
It is rated R, so it is made for adults. Intensity: scare 0, gore 2, violence 3, each out of 3.
How long is Gangs of New York?
Gangs of New York runs 2h 48m.
Where can I stream Gangs of New York?
Gangs of New York is streaming on Paramount+, Starz, Hoopla and Tubi.
Does Gangs of New York have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
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