American Pimp
Synopsis
Street pimps, all of them African-American, discuss their lives and work: getting started, being flamboyant, pimping in various U.S. cities, bringing a woman into their group, taking a woman from another pimp, and the rules and regulations of pimping. The men are clear: it's about money.
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Official Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2024-07-15
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →John S. Dickson
Himself (as Rosebudd)
Antonio Fargas
Link Brown
Heidi Fleiss
Herself (archive footage)
L. Hammond
Payroll the Pimp
Dennis Hof
Himself
Bishop Don Magic Juan
Himself
Max Julien
Himself
Rudy Ray Moore
Dolemite
Roscoe Orman
Willie Dynamite
Kenny Redd
K-Redd
Too $hort
Too $hort
Clarence Sims
Himself (as Fillmore Slim)
Andre Taylor
Himself (as Gorgeous Dre)
Release History & Theatrical Window
Sundance Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
June 9, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 17, 2000
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Allen Hughes, Albert Hughes
- Original Title
- American Pimp
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 27m
- Production Studios
- Underworld Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Allen Hughes, Albert Hughes
Doug Pray
Allen Hughes, Albert Hughes, Kevin J. Messick
Department Leadership Roster
Allen Hughes
Director
Albert Hughes
Director
Doug Pray
Editor
Allen Hughes
Producer
Albert Hughes
Producer
Kevin J. Messick
Producer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About American Pimp
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What is American Pimp about?
Street pimps, all of them African-American, discuss their lives and work: getting started, being flamboyant, pimping in various U.S. cities, bringing a woman into their group, taking a woman from another pimp, and the rules and regulations of pimping. The men are clear: it's about money.
Who directed American Pimp?
American Pimp was directed by Allen Hughes, Albert Hughes.
Who stars in American Pimp?
The principal cast of American Pimp includes John S. Dickson, Antonio Fargas, Heidi Fleiss, L. Hammond, Dennis Hof.
When was American Pimp released and how long is it?
American Pimp was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 27m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for American Pimp?
American Pimp holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).