Original Gangstas
“The original bad boys are stepping up in '96!”
Synopsis
The Rebels rule the streets of Gary, Indiana. They shoot storekeeper Marvin Bookman for giving the police information about a drive-by shooting they committed. Marvin’s son, former NFL star and Rebel founder John returns to be with his father and, with a little help from some friends, to destroy the gang his way.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Original Gangstas (1996) ORIGINAL TRAILER [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2017-12-08
Top Cast
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Fred Williamson
John Bookman
Jim Brown
Jake Trevor
Pam Grier
Laurie Thompson
Paul Winfield
Reverend Dorsey
Isabel Sanford
Gracie Bookman
Oscar Brown Jr.
Marvin Bookman
Richard Roundtree
Slick
Ron O'Neal
Bubba
Christopher B. Duncan
Spyro
Eddie Bo Smith Jr.
Damien
Dru Down
Kayo
Shyheim Franklin
Dink
Robert Forster
Detective Slatten
Charles Napier
Mayor
Wings Hauser
Michael Casey
Frank Pesce
Detective Waits
Godfrey
Marcus
Tim Rhoze
Blood
Release History & Theatrical Window
May 10, 1996
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
$4.8M
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$3M
Total global ticket sales
Box Office Return
0.63x
-$1.8M deficit
Theatrical Status
Budget Return
Box office tier
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Larry Cohen
- Screenplay & Story
- Aubrey K. Rattan
- Original Score
- Vladimir Horunzhy
- Original Title
- Original Gangstas
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Spanish, English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Budget
- $4.8M
- Worldwide Gross
- $3M
- Production Studios
- Po' Boy Productions
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Larry Cohen
Aubrey K. Rattan
Vladimir Horunzhy
Carlos González
David Kern, Peter B. Ellis
Fred Williamson, Wolf Schmidt
Department Leadership Roster
Carlos González
Director of Photography
Larry Cohen
Director
Aubrey K. Rattan
Writer
David Kern
Editor
Elayne Barbara Ceder
Production Design
Fred Williamson
Producer
Peter B. Ellis
Editor
Lisa Moffie
Costume Design
Bob Minor
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Original Gangstas
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Original Gangstas about?
The Rebels rule the streets of Gary, Indiana. They shoot storekeeper Marvin Bookman for giving the police information about a drive-by shooting they committed. Marvin’s son, former NFL star and Rebel founder John returns to be with his father and, with a little help from some friends, to destroy the gang his way.
Who directed Original Gangstas?
Original Gangstas was directed by Larry Cohen.
Who stars in Original Gangstas?
The principal cast of Original Gangstas includes Fred Williamson, Jim Brown, Pam Grier, Paul Winfield, Isabel Sanford.
When was Original Gangstas released and how long is it?
Original Gangstas was released in 1996 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
What was the box office and production budget of Original Gangstas?
Original Gangstas had a reported production budget of $4.8M and grossed $3M at the worldwide box office (0.63 return on budget, classified as a underperformed).
Who composed the musical score for Original Gangstas?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Original Gangstas was composed by Vladimir Horunzhy.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Original Gangstas?
Original Gangstas holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).