American Gangster — Season 1, Episode 2: 'Freeway Ricky' Ross
Documentary • 60 min • 3 seasons, 26 episodes • ★ 5.5/10
Episode synopsis
This installment chronicles Ross' rise and fall in narcotics distribution and his unusual connection to the Reagan-era CIA/Iran-Contras controversy.
About American Gangster
"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 news footage, photographs and interviews in a compelling, magazine-style format.