In the vast landscape andvibrant ecosystem of New York City, power stays in the shadows.

The city’s rampant history of organized crime proves that authority figures are not always elected officials.

Don’t be fooled, this is no feel-good story about a reformed ex-con who finally sees the light.

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As he is driven to his penthouse, he surveys the gang-run streets of NYC.

He appears emotionally distant, but that’s only because he’s dead set on re-conquering his land.

His business takes him from the underground hideouts of local gangsters to high-class ballrooms filled with politicians.

Christopher Walken as Frank White staring out the window at the city in King of New York

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White and Jump conduct business inside lavish high-rises that loom over their kingdom.

In reality, hesees the underprivileged minority communities as his way to assert his dominance over the city.

Youre going to need a doctors note to enjoy this iconic piece of art.

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He stares at the landscape covered by skyscrapers like it’s an artifact of worship.

Known for his peculiar line delivery and eccentric physical acting, Walken is an unpredictable force of energy.

There is a reason why everyone has tried to impersonate him, as no human operates on his wavelength.

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This is evident when Whitebreaks into a Walken-y dancein the penthouse as his crew celebrates alongside him.

King of New Yorkis available to watch on Prime Video in the U.S.

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