Empires Of New York — Season 1, Episode 1: 1980-83: Chaos Spells Opportunity
Documentary, Crime • 45 min • 1 season, 6 episodes • ★ 6.0/10
Episode synopsis
At the dawn of the '80s, America finds itself in deep decline; New York seems to symbolize everything that's gone wrong; it's crime-ridden, strapped for cash, dark and dirty
About Empires Of New York
"Empires of New York” follows titans of the 80’s who shared a singular trait: the insatiable need to win at all costs. Drawing on exclusive interviews, these titans broke rules and flaunted their wealth. And oddly, at times America came to love them for it.