Alphabet City
“At 19, they gave him the streets. Tonight, they're going to take them back.”
Synopsis
A New York City drug dealer decides to get out of the business, but has to flee from mobsters.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Alphabet City (1984) Original Trailer [FHD]
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-05-17
Top Cast
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Vincent Spano
Johnny
Michael Winslow
Lippy
Kate Vernon
Angie
Jami Gertz
Sophia
Zohra Lampert
Mama
Raymond Serra
Gino
Daniel Jordano
Juani
Tom Mardirosian
Benny
Christina Marie Denihan
Beby Renee
Tom Wright
Chauffeur
Clifton Powell
Ramon
Kenny Marino
Tony
Bruno Damon
Mama's Friend
Richard Bassett
Preppie
John McCurry
Junkie / Guard #1
George Kyle
Junkie / Guard #2
Gary Tacon
Junkie / Guard #3
Luther Rucker
Junkie / Guard #4
Release History & Theatrical Window
March 4, 1984
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Amos Poe
- Screenplay & Story
- Gregory K. Heller
- Original Score
- Nile Rodgers
- Original Title
- Alphabet City
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- Andrew Braunsberg Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Amos Poe
Gregory K. Heller, Amos Poe
Nile Rodgers
Oliver Wood
Grahame Weinbren
Andrew Braunsberg, Thomas Coleman, Michael Rosenblatt
Department Leadership Roster
Amos Poe
Director
Amos Poe
Writer
Gregory K. Heller
Screenplay
Oliver Wood
Director of Photography
Grahame Weinbren
Editor
M. Nord Haggerty
Production Design
Anna Taylor
Costume Design
Andrew Braunsberg
Producer
Nile Rodgers
Original Music Composer
Harry Madsen
Stunt Coordinator
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Alphabet City
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Alphabet City about?
A New York City drug dealer decides to get out of the business, but has to flee from mobsters.
Who directed Alphabet City?
Alphabet City was directed by Amos Poe.
Who stars in Alphabet City?
The principal cast of Alphabet City includes Vincent Spano, Michael Winslow, Kate Vernon, Jami Gertz, Zohra Lampert.
When was Alphabet City released and how long is it?
Alphabet City was released in 1984 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for Alphabet City?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Alphabet City was composed by Nile Rodgers.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Alphabet City?
Alphabet City holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).