Carlito's Way: Rise to Power
2005, English. Directed by Michael Bregman.
He Rose Up On The Bodies He Left Behind
Seduced by the brutal New York underworld, future gangster legend Carlito Brigante enters a deadly circle of greed and retribution. Assisted by his two brothers-in-crime, Carlito is on the fast track to becoming Spanish Harlem's ultimate kingpin. He quickly learns, however, that the only way to survive at the top is through loyalty to his friends and respect for the rules of the street.
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Cast & crew
- Michael BregmanDirector
- Jay HernandezCarlito Brigante
- Mario Van PeeblesEarl
- Luis GuzmánNacho Reyes
- Sean CombsHollywood Nicky
- Michael KellyRocco
- Giancarlo EspositoLittle Jeff
- Burt YoungArtie Bottolota Sr.
- Casper MartinezColorado
- Domenick LombardozziArtie Bottolota, Jr.
- Jaclyn DeSantisLeticia
- Jamie TirelliLeticia's Father
- Juan Carlos HernándezSigfredo
Details
- Released
- 27 September 2005
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Michael Bregman
- Budget
- $9M
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What Carlito's Way: Rise to Power is based on
Carlito's Way: Rise to Power is based on Carlito's Way (1975) by Edwin Torres.
1975
Carlito's Way
By Edwin Torres
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Carlito's Way: Rise to Power: quick answers
What should I watch before Carlito's Way: Rise to Power?
Watch Carlito's Way (1993) first.
Is Carlito's Way: Rise to Power worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 4.8/10 from 82 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Carlito's Way: Rise to Power?
Carlito's Way: Rise to Power runs 93 minutes (1h 33m).
Does Carlito's Way: Rise to Power have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Carlito's Way: Rise to Power. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Carlito's Way: Rise to Power parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Carlito's Way: Rise to Power is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is Carlito's Way: Rise to Power on?
Carlito's Way: Rise to Power isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 13 November 2026.)
What movies are like Carlito's Way: Rise to Power?
If you liked Carlito's Way: Rise to Power, try Blood Ties, Inside Man, 180.
Who directed Carlito's Way: Rise to Power?
Carlito's Way: Rise to Power (2005) was directed by Michael Bregman and stars Jay Hernandez, Mario Van Peebles, Luis Guzmán.
What is Carlito's Way: Rise to Power based on?
Carlito's Way: Rise to Power is based on Carlito's Way (1975) by Edwin Torres.