American Gangster' kingpin developing TV series
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Frank Lucas — who was portrayed by Denzel Washington in the 2006 movie — is working on a TV show about his life.
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Frank Lucas Dead -- 'American Gangster' Drug Kingpin Was 88
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Frank Lucas, drug lord portrayed in 'American Gangster,' dies at 88