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Once Upon a Time in America

Max

Film guide, starting point, and performer.

Max in Once Upon a Time in America (1984), played by James Woods.

Film guide · 1 film · 1984 · 1 performer

THE MOVIE

Max on screen

One focused screen portrayal, with the performer and movie linked directly below.

Film guide · 1 film · 1984Main sequence runtime: 2h 19m
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    1984 · 2h 19m

    Portrayed by James Woods · screen performanceMovie guide
    MoviHero score93/100MUST WATCH

THE PERFORMANCE

Who plays Max?

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James Woods portraitJames Woodsscreen performance

James Woods plays Max in Once Upon a Time in America.

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FILM AND PERFORMER CREDITS

Max screen credits

Screen credits: Once Upon a Time in America (1984) — James Woods as Max.

WHO TO EXPLORE NEXT

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