Exclusive: Starz’s Power Book III: Raising Kanan has added Sibongile Mlambo (Lost in Space) and Paul Ben-Victor (The Wire) to its Season 4 cast in recurring roles.
Mlambo will play Imani Okoye, a smart, confident and business-savvy executive at a boutique record label. Ben-Victor will play Phil Russo, Jersey’s new crime boss accustomed to garnering respect, deference and other men’s fear. He suffers no fools and handles business negotiations with stoic confidence.
Power Book III: Raising Kanan explores the early life of everyone’s favorite villain Kanan Stark, originally played by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson in the flagship series, and shows his evolution from näive teenager to cutthroat villain. Season 3 saw an epic showdown between Kanan (Mekai Curtis) and his mother Raq (Patina Miller), resulting in a couple of surprise deaths and the return of a fan-favorite character. London Brown also stars.
Season 4 is in production in New York.
Mlambo will play Imani Okoye, a smart, confident and business-savvy executive at a boutique record label. Ben-Victor will play Phil Russo, Jersey’s new crime boss accustomed to garnering respect, deference and other men’s fear. He suffers no fools and handles business negotiations with stoic confidence.
Power Book III: Raising Kanan explores the early life of everyone’s favorite villain Kanan Stark, originally played by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson in the flagship series, and shows his evolution from näive teenager to cutthroat villain. Season 3 saw an epic showdown between Kanan (Mekai Curtis) and his mother Raq (Patina Miller), resulting in a couple of surprise deaths and the return of a fan-favorite character. London Brown also stars.
Season 4 is in production in New York.
- 4/17/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Poster for ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ (Photo Credit: Starz)
Starz has given Power Book III: Raising Kanan an early season five renewal order as season four of the crime drama is shooting in New York. Season three of the popular drama premiered in December 2023 and wrapped up in February 2024.
“We know that our fans can’t get enough of Raising Kanan. As the inevitable evolution of this young man into a killer plays out, we knew we had much more backstory to share in this ever-escalating family saga,” said Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming for Starz. “As we continue to expand the storytelling within the Power universe, we’re looking forward to how this story may intersect with other Power characters during this prequel era.”
The cast includes MeKai Curtis as Kanan, Tony Award winner Patina Miller as Raquel “Raq” Thomas, London Brown as Marvin Thomas, Malcolm Mays as Lou-Lou Thomas,...
Starz has given Power Book III: Raising Kanan an early season five renewal order as season four of the crime drama is shooting in New York. Season three of the popular drama premiered in December 2023 and wrapped up in February 2024.
“We know that our fans can’t get enough of Raising Kanan. As the inevitable evolution of this young man into a killer plays out, we knew we had much more backstory to share in this ever-escalating family saga,” said Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming for Starz. “As we continue to expand the storytelling within the Power universe, we’re looking forward to how this story may intersect with other Power characters during this prequel era.”
The cast includes MeKai Curtis as Kanan, Tony Award winner Patina Miller as Raquel “Raq” Thomas, London Brown as Marvin Thomas, Malcolm Mays as Lou-Lou Thomas,...
- 3/27/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Starz announced today that its hit drama series, Power Book III: Raising Kanan, has been renewed for a fifth season. The third installment in the Power franchise, Raising Kanan, recently concluded its explosive third season and is currently filming season four in New York.
“We know that our fans can’t get enough of ‘Raising Kanan.’ As the inevitable evolution of this young man into a killer plays out, we knew we had much more backstory to share in this ever-escalating family saga,” said Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming for Starz.
Busby added: “As we continue to expand the storytelling within the Power universe, we’re looking forward to how this story may intersect with other Power characters during this prequel era.”
It was recently announced that Starz is in development on a new Power prequel series, Origins, that would delve into the origin story of fan-favorite characters Ghost and Tommy.
“We know that our fans can’t get enough of ‘Raising Kanan.’ As the inevitable evolution of this young man into a killer plays out, we knew we had much more backstory to share in this ever-escalating family saga,” said Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming for Starz.
Busby added: “As we continue to expand the storytelling within the Power universe, we’re looking forward to how this story may intersect with other Power characters during this prequel era.”
It was recently announced that Starz is in development on a new Power prequel series, Origins, that would delve into the origin story of fan-favorite characters Ghost and Tommy.
- 3/27/2024
- by Mirko Parlevliet
- Vital Thrills
“Power Book III: Raising Kanan” has been renewed for Season 5 at Starz.
The series is currently filming its fourth season in New York, while the third season aired its finale in February.
“We know that our fans can’t get enough of ‘Raising Kanan.’ As the inevitable evolution of this young man into a killer plays out, we knew we had much more backstory to share in this ever-escalating family saga,” said Kathryn Busby, president of original programming for Starz. “As we continue to expand the storytelling within the ‘Power’ universe, we’re looking forward to how this story may intersect with other Power characters during this prequel era.”
The series explores the early life of Kanan Stark, who was played by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson in the original “Power.” MeKai Curtis stars as Kanan. Patina Miller stars as Raquel “Raq” Thomas, London Brown as Marvin Thomas, Malcolm Mays as Lou-Lou Thomas,...
The series is currently filming its fourth season in New York, while the third season aired its finale in February.
“We know that our fans can’t get enough of ‘Raising Kanan.’ As the inevitable evolution of this young man into a killer plays out, we knew we had much more backstory to share in this ever-escalating family saga,” said Kathryn Busby, president of original programming for Starz. “As we continue to expand the storytelling within the ‘Power’ universe, we’re looking forward to how this story may intersect with other Power characters during this prequel era.”
The series explores the early life of Kanan Stark, who was played by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson in the original “Power.” MeKai Curtis stars as Kanan. Patina Miller stars as Raquel “Raq” Thomas, London Brown as Marvin Thomas, Malcolm Mays as Lou-Lou Thomas,...
- 3/27/2024
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Power fans, rejoice! Power Book III: Raising Kanan is coming back for a fifth season.
Starz has given the prequel series an early renewal following its February Season 3 finale. Season 4 is currently in production in New York. The news arrives shortly after the announcement the network’s focus has shifted to creating new spinoffs versus current seasons running too long to save costs and the news that Power Book II: Ghost will be ending after four seasons.
Power Book III: Raising Kanan explores the early life of everyone’s favorite villain Kanan Stark, originally played by 50 Cent in the flagship series and shows his evolution from naive teenager to cutthroat villain. Season 3 saw an epic showdown between Kanan (Mekai Curtis) and Raq (Patina Miller), resulting in a couple of surprise deaths and the return of a fan-favorite character. The series stars MeKai Curtis in the titular role of “Kanan,...
Starz has given the prequel series an early renewal following its February Season 3 finale. Season 4 is currently in production in New York. The news arrives shortly after the announcement the network’s focus has shifted to creating new spinoffs versus current seasons running too long to save costs and the news that Power Book II: Ghost will be ending after four seasons.
Power Book III: Raising Kanan explores the early life of everyone’s favorite villain Kanan Stark, originally played by 50 Cent in the flagship series and shows his evolution from naive teenager to cutthroat villain. Season 3 saw an epic showdown between Kanan (Mekai Curtis) and Raq (Patina Miller), resulting in a couple of surprise deaths and the return of a fan-favorite character. The series stars MeKai Curtis in the titular role of “Kanan,...
- 3/27/2024
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Joseph Sikora starts work on Power Book IV: Force season 3 (Photo Courtesy of Starz)
Filming is currently underway on season three of Starz’s Power Book IV: Force, with series star Joseph Sikora posing with a clapboard marking the beginning of production. Sikora returns to lead the cast as Tommy Egan, and Gary Lennon (Power) is back as showrunner and executive producer.
“Power Book IV: Force showcases Tommy Egan, led by Joseph Sikora, who cuts ties in New York and heads to Chicago in search of family. One step leads to another and Tommy quickly finds himself in Chicago’s ruthless drug game between two of the city’s biggest crews, and a revolving door of rivalries trying to stake their claim,” reads Starz’s synopsis. “Tommy is more determined than ever to be the sole distributor in Chicago and must decide what he is willing to sacrifice to finally...
Filming is currently underway on season three of Starz’s Power Book IV: Force, with series star Joseph Sikora posing with a clapboard marking the beginning of production. Sikora returns to lead the cast as Tommy Egan, and Gary Lennon (Power) is back as showrunner and executive producer.
“Power Book IV: Force showcases Tommy Egan, led by Joseph Sikora, who cuts ties in New York and heads to Chicago in search of family. One step leads to another and Tommy quickly finds himself in Chicago’s ruthless drug game between two of the city’s biggest crews, and a revolving door of rivalries trying to stake their claim,” reads Starz’s synopsis. “Tommy is more determined than ever to be the sole distributor in Chicago and must decide what he is willing to sacrifice to finally...
- 2/22/2024
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
The Power-verse continues to roll along at Starz.
The premium cable outlet has ordered a third season of Power Book IV: Force, which stars Joseph Sikora as Tommy Egan, continuing his role from the original Power. The renewal comes a month after the show’s second season concluded in November and follows the recent pickup for Power Book III: Raising Kanan.
“The fan response to this action-packed season of Force has been incredible,” said Kathryn Busby, president of programming at Starz. “They’ve made it clear that they need more Tommy, and we’re thrilled to deliver.”
Season two of Force followed Tommy as he looks to ascend to the top of Chicago’s drug trade while avoiding rivals and a federal task force. The cast for the second season also featured Isaac Keys, Lili Simmons, Shane Harper, Kris D. Lofton, Carmela Zumbado, Manuel Eduardo Ramirez, Miriam A. Hyman, Adrienne Walker,...
The premium cable outlet has ordered a third season of Power Book IV: Force, which stars Joseph Sikora as Tommy Egan, continuing his role from the original Power. The renewal comes a month after the show’s second season concluded in November and follows the recent pickup for Power Book III: Raising Kanan.
“The fan response to this action-packed season of Force has been incredible,” said Kathryn Busby, president of programming at Starz. “They’ve made it clear that they need more Tommy, and we’re thrilled to deliver.”
Season two of Force followed Tommy as he looks to ascend to the top of Chicago’s drug trade while avoiding rivals and a federal task force. The cast for the second season also featured Isaac Keys, Lili Simmons, Shane Harper, Kris D. Lofton, Carmela Zumbado, Manuel Eduardo Ramirez, Miriam A. Hyman, Adrienne Walker,...
- 12/15/2023
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Power Book IV: Force has been renewed for a third season at Starz.
Season 2 of the third spinoff in the Power franchise followed Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora), who was on a mission to avenge the death of Liliana, and with the Flynn organization weakened, he’s more determined than ever to take over the Chicago drug world. But with Cbi split down the middle, Tommy and Diamond first must maintain their edge over Jenard. As their factions feud in the streets, Tommy capitalizes on another rivalry between the Serbs and Miguel Garcia, the most formidable drug lord in Chicago.
After setting off a chain reaction of violence in pursuit of his ambition, Tommy must race to stay ahead of the men who are coming for what’s theirs, a federal task force that’s closing ranks, and a sadistic supplier with a direct line to the Cartel. All the while...
Season 2 of the third spinoff in the Power franchise followed Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora), who was on a mission to avenge the death of Liliana, and with the Flynn organization weakened, he’s more determined than ever to take over the Chicago drug world. But with Cbi split down the middle, Tommy and Diamond first must maintain their edge over Jenard. As their factions feud in the streets, Tommy capitalizes on another rivalry between the Serbs and Miguel Garcia, the most formidable drug lord in Chicago.
After setting off a chain reaction of violence in pursuit of his ambition, Tommy must race to stay ahead of the men who are coming for what’s theirs, a federal task force that’s closing ranks, and a sadistic supplier with a direct line to the Cartel. All the while...
- 12/15/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ season 3 poster (Photo Credit: Starz)
Starz’s popular crime drama Power Book III: Raising Kanan will return for season four, with the network announcing the series has been renewed and production is getting underway.
“We’re thrilled to continue Kanan Stark’s story, and for fans to see how the events of his formative adolescent years continue to mold him into the cold-hearted villain they were first introduced to in Power. We are quite sure that after viewers see the battle lines being drawn between Raq and Kanan on this epic upcoming third season that they will demand more,” said Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming.
The renewal announcement was made just days prior to season three’s December 1, 2023 premiere. New season three episodes will arrive on Fridays at midnight Et on the Starz app and at 8pm Et/Pt on Starz.
Starz confirmed Sascha Penn...
Starz’s popular crime drama Power Book III: Raising Kanan will return for season four, with the network announcing the series has been renewed and production is getting underway.
“We’re thrilled to continue Kanan Stark’s story, and for fans to see how the events of his formative adolescent years continue to mold him into the cold-hearted villain they were first introduced to in Power. We are quite sure that after viewers see the battle lines being drawn between Raq and Kanan on this epic upcoming third season that they will demand more,” said Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming.
The renewal announcement was made just days prior to season three’s December 1, 2023 premiere. New season three episodes will arrive on Fridays at midnight Et on the Starz app and at 8pm Et/Pt on Starz.
Starz confirmed Sascha Penn...
- 11/28/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Starz family crime drama Power Book III: Raising Kanan has received an early renewal for Season 4, ahead of its December 1 Season 3 premiere. Production will begin this week in New York.
“We’re thrilled to continue Kanan Stark’s story, and for fans to see how the events of his formative adolescent years continue to mold him into the cold-hearted villain they were first introduced to in Power. We are quite sure that after viewers see the battle lines being drawn between Raq and Kanan on this epic upcoming third season that they will demand more,” said Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming for Starz.
Set in the early 1990’s, the third series in the Power Universe tells the origin story of fan favorite character, Kanan Stark (Mekai Curtis), played by 50 Cent in the original Power franchise, and his entry into the criminal world through his mother, who ruthlessly runs the family’s drug empire.
“We’re thrilled to continue Kanan Stark’s story, and for fans to see how the events of his formative adolescent years continue to mold him into the cold-hearted villain they were first introduced to in Power. We are quite sure that after viewers see the battle lines being drawn between Raq and Kanan on this epic upcoming third season that they will demand more,” said Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming for Starz.
Set in the early 1990’s, the third series in the Power Universe tells the origin story of fan favorite character, Kanan Stark (Mekai Curtis), played by 50 Cent in the original Power franchise, and his entry into the criminal world through his mother, who ruthlessly runs the family’s drug empire.
- 11/28/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“Power Book III: Raising Kanan” has scored an early renewal for Season 4 at Starz.
The news comes ahead of the Season 3 premiere, which is due to debut on Starz on Dec. 1. Production is now underway on Season 4 in New York.
“We’re thrilled to continue Kanan Stark’s story, and for fans to see how the events of his formative adolescent years continue to mold him into the cold-hearted villain they were first introduced to in ‘Power,'” said Kathryn Busby, president of original programming for Starz. “We are quite sure that after viewers see the battle lines being drawn between Raq and Kanan on this epic upcoming third season that they will demand more.”
The official description for the series states, “Set in the early 1990’s, the third series in the ‘Power’ Universe tells the origin story of fan favorite character, Kanan Stark, and his entry into the criminal world through his mother,...
The news comes ahead of the Season 3 premiere, which is due to debut on Starz on Dec. 1. Production is now underway on Season 4 in New York.
“We’re thrilled to continue Kanan Stark’s story, and for fans to see how the events of his formative adolescent years continue to mold him into the cold-hearted villain they were first introduced to in ‘Power,'” said Kathryn Busby, president of original programming for Starz. “We are quite sure that after viewers see the battle lines being drawn between Raq and Kanan on this epic upcoming third season that they will demand more.”
The official description for the series states, “Set in the early 1990’s, the third series in the ‘Power’ Universe tells the origin story of fan favorite character, Kanan Stark, and his entry into the criminal world through his mother,...
- 11/28/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Starz’s official trailer for Power Book III: Raising Kanan shows battle lines have been drawn and offers a look at Wendell Pierce as Snaps and Erika Woods as Pop. Plus, the trailer shows Italian mob boss Stefano (Tony Danza) is back in the mix.
MeKai Curtis and Patina Miller return to lead the cast of the critically acclaimed drama as Kanan Stark and Raquel “Raq” Thomas, respectively. The cast also includes Omar Epps as Detective Malcolm Howard, London Brown as Marvin Thomas, and Malcolm Mays as Lou-Lou Thomas. Hailey Kilgore plays Jukebox, Joey Bada$$ is Unique, Shanley Caswell is Detective Burke, Antonio Ortiz is Famous, and Grantham Coleman is Ronnie.
Season three premieres on December 1, 2023 at midnight Et on the Starz app and streaming platforms, and at 8pm Et/Pt on Starz.
Sascha Penn executive produces and guides season three as showrunner. Power franchise creator Courtney A. Kemp is...
MeKai Curtis and Patina Miller return to lead the cast of the critically acclaimed drama as Kanan Stark and Raquel “Raq” Thomas, respectively. The cast also includes Omar Epps as Detective Malcolm Howard, London Brown as Marvin Thomas, and Malcolm Mays as Lou-Lou Thomas. Hailey Kilgore plays Jukebox, Joey Bada$$ is Unique, Shanley Caswell is Detective Burke, Antonio Ortiz is Famous, and Grantham Coleman is Ronnie.
Season three premieres on December 1, 2023 at midnight Et on the Starz app and streaming platforms, and at 8pm Et/Pt on Starz.
Sascha Penn executive produces and guides season three as showrunner. Power franchise creator Courtney A. Kemp is...
- 10/27/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
The all-encompassing Power franchise is showing no sign of slowing down on Starz.
The premium cabler on Thursday unveiled the trailer and key art for Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3.
As previously reported, the prequel series premieres Fridays at midnight Et on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms beginning December 1, 2023.
On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt in the U.S. and Canada.
"Season three picks up where we left off, in Southside Jamaica Queens with the Thomas family in turmoil and reeling from the Mob's coordinated attack on Raquel, Marvin and Lou-Lou," the logline teases.
"After her close call, Raquel is looking to make a fresh start, but Kanan doesn't trust her or believe it when she says she's done.
"Can she really be out of the game? As the trailer claims, the truth is a lie, and Kanan's been burned before.
The premium cabler on Thursday unveiled the trailer and key art for Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3.
As previously reported, the prequel series premieres Fridays at midnight Et on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms beginning December 1, 2023.
On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8:00 p.m. Et/Pt in the U.S. and Canada.
"Season three picks up where we left off, in Southside Jamaica Queens with the Thomas family in turmoil and reeling from the Mob's coordinated attack on Raquel, Marvin and Lou-Lou," the logline teases.
"After her close call, Raquel is looking to make a fresh start, but Kanan doesn't trust her or believe it when she says she's done.
"Can she really be out of the game? As the trailer claims, the truth is a lie, and Kanan's been burned before.
- 10/26/2023
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
Max has released the trailer for Season 2 of “Julia,” the streamer’s series about the life of Julia Child, which will have a three-episode premiere on Thursday, Nov. 16. One episode will release weekly following the premiere, through Dec. 21.
Returning series regulars include Sarah Lancashire, David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, and Robert Joy.
The second season continues to follow Julia (Lancashire) and her husband Paul after the launch of her famous cooking show.
The logline reads, “With her trailblazing cooking show up and running on the air, Julia grapples with her rising celebrity and what that means for her, her colleagues and her show. In Season 2, Julia and her devoted husband Paul return from Simca’s home in France to find that her success has changed everything.”
The summary continues, “Through her singular joie de vivre, she and her team must navigate Wgbh, the White...
Returning series regulars include Sarah Lancashire, David Hyde Pierce, Bebe Neuwirth, Brittany Bradford, Fran Kranz, Fiona Glascott, and Robert Joy.
The second season continues to follow Julia (Lancashire) and her husband Paul after the launch of her famous cooking show.
The logline reads, “With her trailblazing cooking show up and running on the air, Julia grapples with her rising celebrity and what that means for her, her colleagues and her show. In Season 2, Julia and her devoted husband Paul return from Simca’s home in France to find that her success has changed everything.”
The summary continues, “Through her singular joie de vivre, she and her team must navigate Wgbh, the White...
- 10/24/2023
- by Caroline Brew, Jaden Thompson and Valerie Wu
- Variety Film + TV
‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’ season 3 (Photo Credit: Starz)
Starz dropped new photos from the upcoming third season of the critically acclaimed drama Power Book III: Raising Kanan and confirmed a season three premiere date. The network will launch the much-anticipated new season on December 1, 2023.
New episodes will arrive on the Starz App on Fridays at midnight, followed by a linear premiere on Starz at 8pm Et/Pt.
Returning cast members include Patina Miller as Raquel Thomas, MeKai Curtis as Kanan Stark, London Brown as Marvin Thomas, Malcolm Mays as Lou-Lou Thomas, and Omar Epps as Detective Malcolm Howard. Hailey Kilgore returns as Jukebox, Joey Bada$$ is Unique, Shanley Caswell is Detective Burke, Antonio Ortiz is Famous, and Tony Danza as Italian mobster Stefano Marchetti.
The ensemble also includes Wendell Pierce as Snaps, Erika Woods as Stephanie “Pop” Henry, and Grantham Coleman as Ronnie.
Sascha Penn guides the series as showrunner and executive producer.
Starz dropped new photos from the upcoming third season of the critically acclaimed drama Power Book III: Raising Kanan and confirmed a season three premiere date. The network will launch the much-anticipated new season on December 1, 2023.
New episodes will arrive on the Starz App on Fridays at midnight, followed by a linear premiere on Starz at 8pm Et/Pt.
Returning cast members include Patina Miller as Raquel Thomas, MeKai Curtis as Kanan Stark, London Brown as Marvin Thomas, Malcolm Mays as Lou-Lou Thomas, and Omar Epps as Detective Malcolm Howard. Hailey Kilgore returns as Jukebox, Joey Bada$$ is Unique, Shanley Caswell is Detective Burke, Antonio Ortiz is Famous, and Tony Danza as Italian mobster Stefano Marchetti.
The ensemble also includes Wendell Pierce as Snaps, Erika Woods as Stephanie “Pop” Henry, and Grantham Coleman as Ronnie.
Sascha Penn guides the series as showrunner and executive producer.
- 8/28/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Will Arnett, Kandi Burruss, Bethenny Frankel, Ice T and other celebrities have been cast to star in Fox’s upcoming new game show “Snake Oil.” Hosted by David Spade, the show challenges contestants to guess real entrepreneurs from snake oil salesmen with the help of infomercials, interviews with the business owners and input from the show’s celebrity advisors.
The full list of “Snake Oil” celebrity advisors helping identify shams includes Will Arnett, Christie Brinkley, Kandi Burruss, Adam Devine, Bethenny Frankel, Dwight Howard, Ice-t, Natasha Leggero, Brad Paisley, Jay Pharoah, Rob Riggle, Darius Rucker, Jb Smoove and Michelle Williams.
The game show is produced by Spade and executive produced by Will Arnett via Electric Avenue Productions along with Marc Forman and Neal Konstantini. Konstantini also serves as showrunner. “Snake Oil” premieres Sept. 27 at 9 p.m. Et on Fox.
First Looks
Netflix has shared a first look at the new series “Obliterated,...
The full list of “Snake Oil” celebrity advisors helping identify shams includes Will Arnett, Christie Brinkley, Kandi Burruss, Adam Devine, Bethenny Frankel, Dwight Howard, Ice-t, Natasha Leggero, Brad Paisley, Jay Pharoah, Rob Riggle, Darius Rucker, Jb Smoove and Michelle Williams.
The game show is produced by Spade and executive produced by Will Arnett via Electric Avenue Productions along with Marc Forman and Neal Konstantini. Konstantini also serves as showrunner. “Snake Oil” premieres Sept. 27 at 9 p.m. Et on Fox.
First Looks
Netflix has shared a first look at the new series “Obliterated,...
- 8/28/2023
- by McKinley Franklin and Sophia Scorziello
- Variety Film + TV
Starz has released first-look images for its third season of “Power Book III: Raising Kanan,” which will return on Dec. 1 at 8 p.m. Et/Pt, featuring new cast members Wendell Pierce, Erika Woods and Grantham Coleman.
The upcoming season will pick up in Southside Jamaica, Queens, right where things left off at the end of Season 2, with the Thomas family in turmoil and reeling from the Mob’s coordinated attack on Raquel, Marvin and Lou-Lou.
“Kanan finds himself grappling with the very notions of right and wrong. Good and evil. Fidelity and disloyalty. And he’s not alone. Every member of the Thomas family must confront an existential crisis that challenges their very identity,” the logline states. “Whether it’s Marvin, who’s still trying to redeem himself, or Raq, who’s finally coming clean, or Lou, who’s wrestling with his own evil, or Jukebox, who’s simply trying...
The upcoming season will pick up in Southside Jamaica, Queens, right where things left off at the end of Season 2, with the Thomas family in turmoil and reeling from the Mob’s coordinated attack on Raquel, Marvin and Lou-Lou.
“Kanan finds himself grappling with the very notions of right and wrong. Good and evil. Fidelity and disloyalty. And he’s not alone. Every member of the Thomas family must confront an existential crisis that challenges their very identity,” the logline states. “Whether it’s Marvin, who’s still trying to redeem himself, or Raq, who’s finally coming clean, or Lou, who’s wrestling with his own evil, or Jukebox, who’s simply trying...
- 8/28/2023
- by Lucas Manfredi
- The Wrap
Power Book III: Raising Kanan will return to Starz with Season 3 on December 1. First-look photos can be found below.
New episodes will be available weekly on Fridays at midnight on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms and internationally on the Lionsgate+ premium streaming platform in the U.K. and Ireland. On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8 p.m. in the U.S. and Canada.
With emotions high and the stakes even higher, the show returns to Southside Jamaica, Queens following the Season 2 finale, with the family in turmoil and reeling from the Mob’s coordinated attack on Raquel (Patina Miller), Marvin (London Brown) and Lou-Lou (Malcolm Mays).
Over the last two seasons of Raising Kanan, Kanan Stark (Mekai Curtis) has slowly learned the truth about his mother and himself. It has been a tortuous journey for him and everyone around him. With each new revelation,...
New episodes will be available weekly on Fridays at midnight on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms and internationally on the Lionsgate+ premium streaming platform in the U.K. and Ireland. On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8 p.m. in the U.S. and Canada.
With emotions high and the stakes even higher, the show returns to Southside Jamaica, Queens following the Season 2 finale, with the family in turmoil and reeling from the Mob’s coordinated attack on Raquel (Patina Miller), Marvin (London Brown) and Lou-Lou (Malcolm Mays).
Over the last two seasons of Raising Kanan, Kanan Stark (Mekai Curtis) has slowly learned the truth about his mother and himself. It has been a tortuous journey for him and everyone around him. With each new revelation,...
- 8/28/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) will produce its eighth fundraising telecast on Aug. 19 at 8 p.m. Et to raise money for cancer research and treatments. The one hour special, titled “How It Started, How It’s Going,” will acknowledge how SU2C has impacted cancer research over the past 15 years. Founded in 2008, the program was initiated by a group of women aiming to motivate the entertainment community to raise awareness and funding for cancer research.
Celebrities set to be featured throughout the special include Elizabeth Banks, Jessica Biel, Don Cheadle, Katie Couric, Danai Gurira, Tony Hale, Ken Jeong, Maria Menounos, Julianne Moore, Tig Notaro, Jimmy Smits, Eric Stonestreet and Justin Timberlake. A montage of comedy skits from past editions will also be shown, featuring Jack Black, Ben Falcone, Zach Galifianakis, Brad Garrett, Bill Hader, Jon Hamm, Kevin Hart, Ed Helms, Melissa McCarthy and Matthew McConaughey. Previous music performances by Brittany Howard,...
Celebrities set to be featured throughout the special include Elizabeth Banks, Jessica Biel, Don Cheadle, Katie Couric, Danai Gurira, Tony Hale, Ken Jeong, Maria Menounos, Julianne Moore, Tig Notaro, Jimmy Smits, Eric Stonestreet and Justin Timberlake. A montage of comedy skits from past editions will also be shown, featuring Jack Black, Ben Falcone, Zach Galifianakis, Brad Garrett, Bill Hader, Jon Hamm, Kevin Hart, Ed Helms, Melissa McCarthy and Matthew McConaughey. Previous music performances by Brittany Howard,...
- 8/10/2023
- by Jaden Thompson and McKinley Franklin
- Variety Film + TV
The Hollywood Radio and Television Society has elected 12 new board members and six new advisory council members, and extended CEO Melissa Grego’s contract through 2025, the organization announced Wednesday.
Newly elected to the Hrts Board of Directors for a three-year term beginning in July 2023 are: Kathryn Busby; Ben Davis; Jaime Feld; David Eilenberg (Head of Content – Roku Media); Frank Jung (Co-Founder/Co-head of Digital Media – CAA); Lisa Katz (President, Scripted Content – NBCUniversal); Tim McNeal (Senior Vice President, Creative Talent Development & Inclusion, Disney Television Studios – Disney Entertainment); DJ Nurre (Executive Vice President – Unscripted, Endemol Shine North America); Brett Paul (President, Warner Bros Television – Warner Bros Discovery); Rhonda Price (Managing Partner – The Gersh Agency); Lauren Stein (EVP Drama Development – Sony Pictures Television) and Erin Underhill (President, Universal Television).
Existing board members elected to a new three-year term beginning July 2023 are Kate Adler (EVP,...
Newly elected to the Hrts Board of Directors for a three-year term beginning in July 2023 are: Kathryn Busby; Ben Davis; Jaime Feld; David Eilenberg (Head of Content – Roku Media); Frank Jung (Co-Founder/Co-head of Digital Media – CAA); Lisa Katz (President, Scripted Content – NBCUniversal); Tim McNeal (Senior Vice President, Creative Talent Development & Inclusion, Disney Television Studios – Disney Entertainment); DJ Nurre (Executive Vice President – Unscripted, Endemol Shine North America); Brett Paul (President, Warner Bros Television – Warner Bros Discovery); Rhonda Price (Managing Partner – The Gersh Agency); Lauren Stein (EVP Drama Development – Sony Pictures Television) and Erin Underhill (President, Universal Television).
Existing board members elected to a new three-year term beginning July 2023 are Kate Adler (EVP,...
- 7/19/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Starz’s teaser trailer for Power Book IV: Force season two is short but sweet, and best of all it confirms the new season will premiere on Friday, September 1, 2023. Season one of the hit drama debuted in February 2022 and finished up its 10-episode run in April 2022.
Joseph Sikora (Power) returns to lead the cast of the spinoff as Tommy Egan. Isaac Keys (Get Shorty) stars as Diamond Sampson, Lili Simmons (Ray Donovan) is Claudia Flynn, Shane Harper (Hightown) is Vic Flynn, Kris D. Lofton (Snowfall) is Jenard Sampson, Carmela Zumbado (Chicago Pd) is Mireya Garcia, and Manuel Eduardo Ramirez (Queen of the South) is Miguel Garcia.
Season two also stars Miriam A. Hyman (The Chi) as US Attorney Stacy Marks, Adrienne Walker (Law & Order: Organized Crime) is Shanti ‘Showstopper’ Page, Anthony Fleming III (Prison Break) is Jp, Lucien Cambric (The Chi) is D-Mac, and Tommy Flanagan (Sons of Anarchy) plays Walter Flynn.
Joseph Sikora (Power) returns to lead the cast of the spinoff as Tommy Egan. Isaac Keys (Get Shorty) stars as Diamond Sampson, Lili Simmons (Ray Donovan) is Claudia Flynn, Shane Harper (Hightown) is Vic Flynn, Kris D. Lofton (Snowfall) is Jenard Sampson, Carmela Zumbado (Chicago Pd) is Mireya Garcia, and Manuel Eduardo Ramirez (Queen of the South) is Miguel Garcia.
Season two also stars Miriam A. Hyman (The Chi) as US Attorney Stacy Marks, Adrienne Walker (Law & Order: Organized Crime) is Shanti ‘Showstopper’ Page, Anthony Fleming III (Prison Break) is Jp, Lucien Cambric (The Chi) is D-Mac, and Tommy Flanagan (Sons of Anarchy) plays Walter Flynn.
- 5/22/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Starz has set a late summer premiere date for Season 2 of Power Book IV: Force. The third spinoff in the Power franchise starring Joseph Sikora as Tommy Egan will premiere its second season Friday, September 1 at midnight Et on the Starz app, Starz streaming and on-demand platforms and internationally on the Lionsgate+ premium streaming platform across Brazil, Spanish-speaking Latin America, the UK and Ireland. On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8 Pm Et/Pt in the U.S. and Canada.
The network also released a first look photo (see below) and new teaser trailer (watch above) in which Tommy (Sikora) doubles down on efforts to conquer Chicago’s drug world.
Per the logline: After cutting ties in New York, Tommy Egan’s newfound family and ruthless drug game enticed him to stay in Chicago. The explosive second season begins with Tommy on a mission to avenge the death of Lilliana,...
The network also released a first look photo (see below) and new teaser trailer (watch above) in which Tommy (Sikora) doubles down on efforts to conquer Chicago’s drug world.
Per the logline: After cutting ties in New York, Tommy Egan’s newfound family and ruthless drug game enticed him to stay in Chicago. The explosive second season begins with Tommy on a mission to avenge the death of Lilliana,...
- 5/22/2023
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
“Power Book II: Ghost” Season 3 set a viewership record in its first weekend with 5.8 million multiplatform viewers since premiering March 17, making it Starz’s biggest premiere weekend ever.
Viewership for the debut episode was up around 30% from the Season 2 premiere in November 2021, indicating that interest in the drama series only continues to grow. “Power Book II: Ghost” was already renewed for Season 4 ahead of the third season premiere.
“The high-octane drama of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ continues to resonate with our viewers and we’re thrilled to get season four production underway ahead of our season three debut,” Starz Original Programming president Kathryn Busby said at the time of renewal. “It’s clear our fans are ready to devour more of this explosive series.”
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Viewership for the debut episode was up around 30% from the Season 2 premiere in November 2021, indicating that interest in the drama series only continues to grow. “Power Book II: Ghost” was already renewed for Season 4 ahead of the third season premiere.
“The high-octane drama of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ continues to resonate with our viewers and we’re thrilled to get season four production underway ahead of our season three debut,” Starz Original Programming president Kathryn Busby said at the time of renewal. “It’s clear our fans are ready to devour more of this explosive series.”
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- 3/23/2023
- by Benjamin Lindsay
- The Wrap
Fresh off an early Season 4 renewal, “Power Book II: Ghost” is finally back from Season 3 with an explosive new trailer that previews a level-up for Tariq and shows Monet at a crossroads.
Per an official release from Starz, Season 3 promises to be even “flashier, sexier, and juicier” than anything we’ve seen yet.
“The third season of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ kicks off with Tariq St. Patrick determined to get his trust, get back to his family, and get out of the game for good,” reads the Starz synopsis. “The emergence of a ruthless new connect interrupts Tariq’s plans to reunite with Tasha and Yaz and puts him, Brayden, and Effie back into business with the Tejadas as they’re challenged to move more weight than ever before. When Brayden brings Tariq in as an intern at his family’s hedge fund Weston Holdings, the drug business expands beyond...
Per an official release from Starz, Season 3 promises to be even “flashier, sexier, and juicier” than anything we’ve seen yet.
“The third season of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ kicks off with Tariq St. Patrick determined to get his trust, get back to his family, and get out of the game for good,” reads the Starz synopsis. “The emergence of a ruthless new connect interrupts Tariq’s plans to reunite with Tasha and Yaz and puts him, Brayden, and Effie back into business with the Tejadas as they’re challenged to move more weight than ever before. When Brayden brings Tariq in as an intern at his family’s hedge fund Weston Holdings, the drug business expands beyond...
- 2/16/2023
- by Benjamin Lindsay
- The Wrap
Michael Ealy joins ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ season 4 (Photo Credit: Dewayne Rogers)
Starz’s Power Book II: Ghost will return for a fourth season. The network announced the early renewal of the critically acclaimed drama ahead of its season three premiere on March 17, 2023.
Starz also announced Michael Ealy has joined the show’s cast as a series regular for the fourth season.
Per Starz: “Ealy joins the cast as Detective Don Carter, a rising NYPD officer who was on track to become Police Commissioner until his wife was killed in a crossfire between rival drug gangs. Vowing to make the streets safer, Carter traded in his tie for a kevlar vest and now leads an elite NYPD drug task force that elicits concrete results against drug-related violence. While his achievements are noteworthy public recognition, nothing can bring back his lost love.”
Michael Ealy’s recent credits include Reasonable Doubt,...
Starz’s Power Book II: Ghost will return for a fourth season. The network announced the early renewal of the critically acclaimed drama ahead of its season three premiere on March 17, 2023.
Starz also announced Michael Ealy has joined the show’s cast as a series regular for the fourth season.
Per Starz: “Ealy joins the cast as Detective Don Carter, a rising NYPD officer who was on track to become Police Commissioner until his wife was killed in a crossfire between rival drug gangs. Vowing to make the streets safer, Carter traded in his tie for a kevlar vest and now leads an elite NYPD drug task force that elicits concrete results against drug-related violence. While his achievements are noteworthy public recognition, nothing can bring back his lost love.”
Michael Ealy’s recent credits include Reasonable Doubt,...
- 1/30/2023
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
“Power Book II: Ghost,” Starz’s first series in the expanded “Power” Universe franchise, has been renewed for a fourth season ahead of its March 17 season 3 premiere.
Michael Ealy joins the cast as a new series regular for season 4. He will star as Det. Don Carter, a rising NYPD officer on track to become police commissioner – a journey that began when his wife was killed in crossfire between rival drug gangs. On a mission to make the streets safer, Carter joined the police force and now leads a NYPD drug task force against drug related violence.
“The high-octane drama of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ continues to resonate with our viewers and we’re thrilled to get season four production underway ahead of our season three debut,” said Kathryn Busby, the President of Original Programming for Starz, in a press release. “It’s clear our fans are ready to devour more...
Michael Ealy joins the cast as a new series regular for season 4. He will star as Det. Don Carter, a rising NYPD officer on track to become police commissioner – a journey that began when his wife was killed in crossfire between rival drug gangs. On a mission to make the streets safer, Carter joined the police force and now leads a NYPD drug task force against drug related violence.
“The high-octane drama of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ continues to resonate with our viewers and we’re thrilled to get season four production underway ahead of our season three debut,” said Kathryn Busby, the President of Original Programming for Starz, in a press release. “It’s clear our fans are ready to devour more...
- 1/30/2023
- by Aarohi Sheth
- The Wrap
Starz is locking in one of its Power spinoffs for a longer term: The premium cable outlet has renewed Power Book II: Ghost for a fourth season ahead of its season three premiere in March.
The series has also added Michael Ealy (Barbershop, Stumptown) to its cast for season four.
“The high-octane drama of Power Book II: Ghost continues to resonate with our viewers and we’re thrilled to get season four production underway ahead of our season three debut,” Kathryn Busby, president original programming at Starz, said in a statement. “It’s clear our fans are ready to devour more of this explosive series and we look forward to having Michael join our incredible cast.”
The third season of Ghost, which premieres March 17, will follow Tariq St. Patrick (Michael Rainey Jr.) as he works to get his trust, get back to his family, and get out of the game.
The series has also added Michael Ealy (Barbershop, Stumptown) to its cast for season four.
“The high-octane drama of Power Book II: Ghost continues to resonate with our viewers and we’re thrilled to get season four production underway ahead of our season three debut,” Kathryn Busby, president original programming at Starz, said in a statement. “It’s clear our fans are ready to devour more of this explosive series and we look forward to having Michael join our incredible cast.”
The third season of Ghost, which premieres March 17, will follow Tariq St. Patrick (Michael Rainey Jr.) as he works to get his trust, get back to his family, and get out of the game.
- 1/30/2023
- by Rick Porter
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Power Book II: Ghost received an early Season 4 renewal at Starz ahead of its third season premiere on March 17. Season 4 is currently in production in New York with the addition of Michael Ealy who joins the cast in a series regular role.
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Ealy will portray Detective Don Carter, a rising NYPD officer who was on track to become Police Commissioner until his wife was killed in a crossfire between rival drug gangs. Vowing to make the streets safer, Carter traded in his tie for a kevlar vest and now leads an elite NYPD drug task force that elicits concrete results against drug-related violence.
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Ealy will portray Detective Don Carter, a rising NYPD officer who was on track to become Police Commissioner until his wife was killed in a crossfire between rival drug gangs. Vowing to make the streets safer, Carter traded in his tie for a kevlar vest and now leads an elite NYPD drug task force that elicits concrete results against drug-related violence.
- 1/30/2023
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
“Power Book II: Ghost” has gotten an early Season 4 renewal at Starz, Variety has learned.
The renewal announcement comes just ahead of the Season 3 premiere, which is due air on March 17. In addition, Michael Ealy has joined the series for its fourth season in a series regular role. Production on Season 4 is currently underway in New York.
“The high-octane drama of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ continues to resonate with our viewers and we’re thrilled to get season four production underway ahead of our season three debut,” said Kathryn Busby, president of original programming for Starz. “It’s clear our fans are ready to devour more of this explosive series and we look forward to having Michael join our incredible cast.”
Ealy joins the cast as Detective Don Carter, described as “a rising NYPD officer who was on track to become Police Commissioner, until his wife was killed in a crossfire between rival drug gangs.
The renewal announcement comes just ahead of the Season 3 premiere, which is due air on March 17. In addition, Michael Ealy has joined the series for its fourth season in a series regular role. Production on Season 4 is currently underway in New York.
“The high-octane drama of ‘Power Book II: Ghost’ continues to resonate with our viewers and we’re thrilled to get season four production underway ahead of our season three debut,” said Kathryn Busby, president of original programming for Starz. “It’s clear our fans are ready to devour more of this explosive series and we look forward to having Michael join our incredible cast.”
Ealy joins the cast as Detective Don Carter, described as “a rising NYPD officer who was on track to become Police Commissioner, until his wife was killed in a crossfire between rival drug gangs.
- 1/30/2023
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Starz has announced that the highly-anticipated third season of its hit series “Power Book II: Ghost” will premiere on Friday, March 17 at midnight on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms and internationally on the Lionsgate+ premium streaming platforms across the UK and Brazil. On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8 Pm Et/Pt in the U.S. and Canada. Season three of the popular drama series returns with new twists and new turns as the Tariq, Brayden, Monet, and the Tejadas have to Level Up or Get Taken Down. Fresh off the murder of Zeke, everyone is grieving, but they won’t get much time as a new set of problems and questions arise.
“Power Book II: Ghost” season three stars Michael Rainey Jr. as “Tariq St. Patrick,” Mary J. Blige as “Monet Stewart Tejada,” Shane Johnson as “Cooper Saxe,” Gianni Paolo as “Brayden Weston,” Cliff...
“Power Book II: Ghost” season three stars Michael Rainey Jr. as “Tariq St. Patrick,” Mary J. Blige as “Monet Stewart Tejada,” Shane Johnson as “Cooper Saxe,” Gianni Paolo as “Brayden Weston,” Cliff...
- 12/17/2022
- by Hollywood Outbreak
- HollywoodOutbreak.com
Hulu’s upcoming six-part limited docu-series “The 1619 Project” will launch Jan. 26, Disney’s Onyx Collective announced on Thursday. The series is an expansion of the project of the same name from journalist Nikole Hannah-Jones and The New York Times Magazine.
Hosted by Hannah-Jones, “The 1619 Project” seeks to reframe the country’s history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of Black Americans at the very center of our national narrative. The episodes — “Democracy,” “Race,” “Music,” “Capitalism,” “Fear” and “Justice” — are adapted from essays of Hannah-Jones “The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story” and examine how the legacy of slavery shapes different aspects of contemporary American life.
“1619” is a Lionsgate Production in association with One Story Up Productions, Harpo Films and The New York Times. It was executive produced by Hannah-Jones, director Roger Ross Williams, editor Caitlin Roper, Kathleen Lingo, The New York Times’ editorial director for film and television and Oprah Winfrey.
Hosted by Hannah-Jones, “The 1619 Project” seeks to reframe the country’s history by placing the consequences of slavery and the contributions of Black Americans at the very center of our national narrative. The episodes — “Democracy,” “Race,” “Music,” “Capitalism,” “Fear” and “Justice” — are adapted from essays of Hannah-Jones “The 1619 Project: A New Origin Story” and examine how the legacy of slavery shapes different aspects of contemporary American life.
“1619” is a Lionsgate Production in association with One Story Up Productions, Harpo Films and The New York Times. It was executive produced by Hannah-Jones, director Roger Ross Williams, editor Caitlin Roper, Kathleen Lingo, The New York Times’ editorial director for film and television and Oprah Winfrey.
- 12/16/2022
- by EJ Panaligan
- Variety Film + TV
The teaser for Starz’s Power Book II: Ghost season three warns nothing can prepare fans for the new season. The teaser also features Monet asking, “Are you with me or against me?” and Tariq admitting he’s not sure who he can trust. There’s a lot to unpack in just a 45-second video.
Starz confirmed season three will premiere on Friday, March 17, 2023 at midnight via the Starz app and at 8pm Et/Pt on Starz.
Season three stars Michael Rainey Jr. (Power) as “Tariq St. Patrick,” Mary J. Blige (Mudbound) as “Monet Stewart Tejada,” Shane Johnson (Power) as “Cooper Saxe,” and Gianni Paolo (The Fosters) as “Brayden Weston.” Cliff “Method Man” Smith (The Deuce) is “Davis MacLean,” Larenz Tate (Ray) is “Rashad Tate,” Berto Colon (Orange Is the New Black) is “Lorenzo Tejada,” Woody McClain (The Bobby Brown Story) plays “Cane Tejada,” and Lovell Adams-Gray (Coroner) is “Dru Tejada.
Starz confirmed season three will premiere on Friday, March 17, 2023 at midnight via the Starz app and at 8pm Et/Pt on Starz.
Season three stars Michael Rainey Jr. (Power) as “Tariq St. Patrick,” Mary J. Blige (Mudbound) as “Monet Stewart Tejada,” Shane Johnson (Power) as “Cooper Saxe,” and Gianni Paolo (The Fosters) as “Brayden Weston.” Cliff “Method Man” Smith (The Deuce) is “Davis MacLean,” Larenz Tate (Ray) is “Rashad Tate,” Berto Colon (Orange Is the New Black) is “Lorenzo Tejada,” Woody McClain (The Bobby Brown Story) plays “Cane Tejada,” and Lovell Adams-Gray (Coroner) is “Dru Tejada.
- 12/15/2022
- by Rebecca Murray
- Showbiz Junkies
Are you ready to delve back in to the Power universe?
Starz announced today that the third season of its hit series Power Book II: Ghost will premiere on Friday, March 17 at midnight on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms and internationally on the Lionsgate+ premium streaming platforms across the UK and Brazil.
On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8 Pm Et/Pt in the U.S. and Canada.
The highly anticipated third season stars Michael Rainey Jr. as Tariq St. Patrick, Mary J. Blige as Monet Stewart Tejada, and Shane Johnson as Cooper Saxe.
The cast also includes Gianni Paolo as Brayden Weston, Cliff “Method Man” Smith as Davis MacLean, Larenz Tate as Rashad Tate, Berto Colon as Lorenzo Tejada, and Woody McClain as Cane Tejada.
The cast is rounded out by Lovell Adams-Gray as Dru Tejada, Latoya Tonodeo as Diana Tejada, Alix Lapri as Effie Morales,...
Starz announced today that the third season of its hit series Power Book II: Ghost will premiere on Friday, March 17 at midnight on the Starz app, all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms and internationally on the Lionsgate+ premium streaming platforms across the UK and Brazil.
On linear, it will debut on Starz at 8 Pm Et/Pt in the U.S. and Canada.
The highly anticipated third season stars Michael Rainey Jr. as Tariq St. Patrick, Mary J. Blige as Monet Stewart Tejada, and Shane Johnson as Cooper Saxe.
The cast also includes Gianni Paolo as Brayden Weston, Cliff “Method Man” Smith as Davis MacLean, Larenz Tate as Rashad Tate, Berto Colon as Lorenzo Tejada, and Woody McClain as Cane Tejada.
The cast is rounded out by Lovell Adams-Gray as Dru Tejada, Latoya Tonodeo as Diana Tejada, Alix Lapri as Effie Morales,...
- 12/15/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
The Starz drama Power Book II: Ghost has a return date. The popular spinoff from the Power franchise will premiere March 17 at midnight on the Starz app, with the linear return scheduled for 8 p.m. that evening.
Fresh off the murder of Zeke, everyone won’t have much time to grieve since a new set of problems arise. The series stars Michael Rainey Jr. as Tariq St. Patrick, Mary J. Blige as Monet Stewart Tejada, Shane Johnson as Cooper Sax, and Gianni Paolo as Brayden Weston.
From Lionsgate TV, Power Book II: Ghost is the first series in the Power franchise. Brett Mahoney serves as showrunner and exec producer of season 3. The franchise is executive produced by Power creator Courtney A. Kemp through her production company End of Episode, as well as from Curtis 50 Cent Jackson through G-Unit Film and TV, and Mark Canton through Atmosphere Entertainment Mm. Other exec producers are Chris Selak,...
Fresh off the murder of Zeke, everyone won’t have much time to grieve since a new set of problems arise. The series stars Michael Rainey Jr. as Tariq St. Patrick, Mary J. Blige as Monet Stewart Tejada, Shane Johnson as Cooper Sax, and Gianni Paolo as Brayden Weston.
From Lionsgate TV, Power Book II: Ghost is the first series in the Power franchise. Brett Mahoney serves as showrunner and exec producer of season 3. The franchise is executive produced by Power creator Courtney A. Kemp through her production company End of Episode, as well as from Curtis 50 Cent Jackson through G-Unit Film and TV, and Mark Canton through Atmosphere Entertainment Mm. Other exec producers are Chris Selak,...
- 12/15/2022
- by Lynette Rice
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Grantham Coleman is joining the Starz family.
Coleman will star in a key role in season three of Power Book III: Raising Kanan. It comes after the drama series’ dramatic cliffhanger at the end of season two, which aired on Sunday.
Coleman, who has starred in series such as FX’s The Americans, will play Ronnie Mathis, Unique’s older brother, who was recently released from prison. Ronnie’s stoic demeanor belies a shocking ruthlessness. It’s not that Ronnie’s immoral, it’s that he’s amoral, conscienceless, unyielding and vindictive.
Production on season three of the family crime drama series has started in New York.
Set in the early 1990’s, the third series in the Power universe tells the origin story of Kanan Stark, and his entry into the criminal world through his mother, who ruthlessly runs the family’s drug empire. It stars MeKai Curtis in...
Coleman will star in a key role in season three of Power Book III: Raising Kanan. It comes after the drama series’ dramatic cliffhanger at the end of season two, which aired on Sunday.
Coleman, who has starred in series such as FX’s The Americans, will play Ronnie Mathis, Unique’s older brother, who was recently released from prison. Ronnie’s stoic demeanor belies a shocking ruthlessness. It’s not that Ronnie’s immoral, it’s that he’s amoral, conscienceless, unyielding and vindictive.
Production on season three of the family crime drama series has started in New York.
Set in the early 1990’s, the third series in the Power universe tells the origin story of Kanan Stark, and his entry into the criminal world through his mother, who ruthlessly runs the family’s drug empire. It stars MeKai Curtis in...
- 10/25/2022
- by Peter White
- Deadline Film + TV
“Power Book III: Raising Kanan” has been renewed for its third season at Starz. Announced at the Television Critics Association 2022 summer press tour, the news comes ahead of the Aug. 14 debut of Season 2.
“Raising Kanan,” the third series in the “Power” universe, it set in the early ‘90s and tells the origin story of Kanan Stark (MeKai Curtis) and his entry into the criminal world through his mother, Raquel (Patina Miller) who ruthlessly runs the family’s drug empire. Omar Epps, London Brown, Malcolm Mays, Joey Badass, Hailey Kilgore, Shanley Caswell and Antonio Ortiz also star.
“Our passionate and loyal fans have been eagerly awaiting the Season 2 return of ‘Raising Kanan’ to see the continued transformation of a young and naïve teenage Kanan Stark into the ruthless, no-nonsense character they know and love,” said Kathryn Busby, president of original programming at Starz. “And we’re thrilled to be doubling down...
“Raising Kanan,” the third series in the “Power” universe, it set in the early ‘90s and tells the origin story of Kanan Stark (MeKai Curtis) and his entry into the criminal world through his mother, Raquel (Patina Miller) who ruthlessly runs the family’s drug empire. Omar Epps, London Brown, Malcolm Mays, Joey Badass, Hailey Kilgore, Shanley Caswell and Antonio Ortiz also star.
“Our passionate and loyal fans have been eagerly awaiting the Season 2 return of ‘Raising Kanan’ to see the continued transformation of a young and naïve teenage Kanan Stark into the ruthless, no-nonsense character they know and love,” said Kathryn Busby, president of original programming at Starz. “And we’re thrilled to be doubling down...
- 8/11/2022
- by Selome Hailu
- Variety Film + TV
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Starz continues to lean into its Power franchise.
The Lionsgate-backed premium cable network used its time at the virtual Television Critics Association’s summer press tour to announce an early season three renewal for Power Book III: Raising Kanan. The news arrives ahead of the show’s Aug. 14 sophomore debut.
The series is set in the early 1990s and tells the origin story of Kanan Stark (MeKai Curtis). Patina Miller also stars as Raquel, Kanan’s mother.
“Our passionate and loyal fans have been eagerly awaiting the season two return of Raising Kanan to see the continued transformation of a young and naïve teenage Kanan Stark into the ruthless, no-nonsense character they know and love,” said Kathryn Busby, Starz’s president of original programming. “And we’re thrilled to be doubling down on a third season with this incredible cast led by Patina and MeKai.
Starz continues to lean into its Power franchise.
The Lionsgate-backed premium cable network used its time at the virtual Television Critics Association’s summer press tour to announce an early season three renewal for Power Book III: Raising Kanan. The news arrives ahead of the show’s Aug. 14 sophomore debut.
The series is set in the early 1990s and tells the origin story of Kanan Stark (MeKai Curtis). Patina Miller also stars as Raquel, Kanan’s mother.
“Our passionate and loyal fans have been eagerly awaiting the season two return of Raising Kanan to see the continued transformation of a young and naïve teenage Kanan Stark into the ruthless, no-nonsense character they know and love,” said Kathryn Busby, Starz’s president of original programming. “And we’re thrilled to be doubling down on a third season with this incredible cast led by Patina and MeKai.
- 8/11/2022
- by Lesley Goldberg
- The Hollywood Reporter - Movie News
Starz has renewed Power Book III: Raising Kanan for a third season ahead of the show’s sophomore return on August 14. Production on Season 3 will begin this summer in New York.
The third installment of the hit Power Universe Raising Kanan tells the origin story of the ultimate franchise baddy, the titular Kanan Stark (MeKai Curtis). The series shares insight into Kanan’s journey into the criminal world through his mother Raquel ‘Raq’ Thomas (Patina Miller) who runs the family’s drug empire.
Kanan was first portrayed by Power Universe co-creator Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson in the original series.
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“Our passionate and loyal fans have been eagerly awaiting the season two return of Raising Kanan to see the continued transformation of a young and naïve teenage Kanan Stark into the ruthless, no-nonsense character they know and love,” said Kathryn Busby,...
The third installment of the hit Power Universe Raising Kanan tells the origin story of the ultimate franchise baddy, the titular Kanan Stark (MeKai Curtis). The series shares insight into Kanan’s journey into the criminal world through his mother Raquel ‘Raq’ Thomas (Patina Miller) who runs the family’s drug empire.
Kanan was first portrayed by Power Universe co-creator Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson in the original series.
Cancellations/Renewals Scorecard: TV Shows Ended Or Continuing In 2021-22 Season
“Our passionate and loyal fans have been eagerly awaiting the season two return of Raising Kanan to see the continued transformation of a young and naïve teenage Kanan Stark into the ruthless, no-nonsense character they know and love,” said Kathryn Busby,...
- 8/11/2022
- by Rosy Cordero
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Power creator Courtney Kemp’s overall deal with Netflix has expanded with a new hire at her production company.
Formerly the streamer’s Director, Original Series, Tia Michelle Williams has now joined Kemp’s End of Episode as SVP of Episodic Television. Williams started at EoE earlier this month, I’ve learned, after almost a year in her most recent Netflix gig.
Reporting directly to company president and chief content officer Chris Selak, Williams is tasked with both expanding EoE’s slate of projects, as well as developing and evolving current projects to series under the four-year Netflix deal inked last summer.
“Tia is a brilliant executive with a proven track record,” Kemp told Deadline today of the new high-profile hire. “We are thrilled to bring her fresh energy and ideas to End of Episode. Her depth of experience and creative instincts are an exciting addition to the company,...
Formerly the streamer’s Director, Original Series, Tia Michelle Williams has now joined Kemp’s End of Episode as SVP of Episodic Television. Williams started at EoE earlier this month, I’ve learned, after almost a year in her most recent Netflix gig.
Reporting directly to company president and chief content officer Chris Selak, Williams is tasked with both expanding EoE’s slate of projects, as well as developing and evolving current projects to series under the four-year Netflix deal inked last summer.
“Tia is a brilliant executive with a proven track record,” Kemp told Deadline today of the new high-profile hire. “We are thrilled to bring her fresh energy and ideas to End of Episode. Her depth of experience and creative instincts are an exciting addition to the company,...
- 7/14/2022
- by Dominic Patten
- Deadline Film + TV
“Power Book IV: Force” Season 2 at Starz has added four new cast members, Variety has learned exclusively.
Carmela Zumbado (“Chicago Pd”), Miriam A. Hyman, Manuel Eduardo Ramierz, and Adrienne Walker (“Law &. Order: Organized Crime”) will all join the new season of the show as series regulars.
“Power Book IV: Force” follows fan-favorite “Power” character Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora) after he leaves New York following the original series finale. But what was supposed to be a quick stop in Chicago quickly spirals into Tommy being pulled into the city’s drug game. The series also stars Isaac Keys, Lili Simmons, Gabrielle Ryan, Shane Harper, Kris D. Lofton, Anthony Fleming III, Lucien Cambric, and Tommy Flanagan.
Zumbado will play Mireya Garcia.Mireya is smart, direct with a great sense of humor. She’s strong-willed, guarded, and not afraid to call you on your bad behavior. She’s also the younger sister...
Carmela Zumbado (“Chicago Pd”), Miriam A. Hyman, Manuel Eduardo Ramierz, and Adrienne Walker (“Law &. Order: Organized Crime”) will all join the new season of the show as series regulars.
“Power Book IV: Force” follows fan-favorite “Power” character Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora) after he leaves New York following the original series finale. But what was supposed to be a quick stop in Chicago quickly spirals into Tommy being pulled into the city’s drug game. The series also stars Isaac Keys, Lili Simmons, Gabrielle Ryan, Shane Harper, Kris D. Lofton, Anthony Fleming III, Lucien Cambric, and Tommy Flanagan.
Zumbado will play Mireya Garcia.Mireya is smart, direct with a great sense of humor. She’s strong-willed, guarded, and not afraid to call you on your bad behavior. She’s also the younger sister...
- 6/29/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
“Power Book III: Raising Kanan” Season 2 has a premiere date.
The show, a spinoff in the “Power” franchise, will return on August 14 at 9 p.m. Et/Pt on Starz.
The news was included at the end of a new teaser for the Starz drama, which you can watch above.
“Power Book III: Raising Kanan” is set in the early 1990s. It tells the story of Kanan Stark and his entry into the criminal world through his mother, who ruthlessly runs the family’s drug empire. MeKai Curtis plays Kana in Book III, with Patina Miller playing his mother, Raquel “Raq” Thomas.
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‘Power: Force’ Star Joseph Sikora on the Big Finale death, Gratitude to the Black Community, and What’s Next
Here’s a logline for what’s ahead in the new season: Raquel “Raq” Thomas has gained control over the city’s drug trade, but her son is slipping away.
The show, a spinoff in the “Power” franchise, will return on August 14 at 9 p.m. Et/Pt on Starz.
The news was included at the end of a new teaser for the Starz drama, which you can watch above.
“Power Book III: Raising Kanan” is set in the early 1990s. It tells the story of Kanan Stark and his entry into the criminal world through his mother, who ruthlessly runs the family’s drug empire. MeKai Curtis plays Kana in Book III, with Patina Miller playing his mother, Raquel “Raq” Thomas.
Also Read:
‘Power: Force’ Star Joseph Sikora on the Big Finale death, Gratitude to the Black Community, and What’s Next
Here’s a logline for what’s ahead in the new season: Raquel “Raq” Thomas has gained control over the city’s drug trade, but her son is slipping away.
- 5/27/2022
- by Jolie Lash
- The Wrap
Luna Lauren Vélez has been promoted to a recurring role on “Power Book II: Ghost” at Starz, Variety has learned exclusively.
Vélez originally appeared on the show during its second season in the role of Evelyn Castillo, the wife of Frank Tejada (David Zayas) and the sister-in-law of Lorenzo Tejada (Berto Colon). She was in one episode of Season 2 and will now appear in five episodes of Season 3.
Vélez is known for her roles on shows like “New York Undercover,” “Oz,” and “Dexter.” She also appeared in the third and fourth seasons of the Emmy-winning ABC drama series “How to Get Away With Murder.” On the film side, she will next be seen in “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” and will lend her voice to “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” after having previously voiced Rio Morales in the first film.
She is repped by the Lasher Group, APA, and Kraditor & Haber PC.
Vélez originally appeared on the show during its second season in the role of Evelyn Castillo, the wife of Frank Tejada (David Zayas) and the sister-in-law of Lorenzo Tejada (Berto Colon). She was in one episode of Season 2 and will now appear in five episodes of Season 3.
Vélez is known for her roles on shows like “New York Undercover,” “Oz,” and “Dexter.” She also appeared in the third and fourth seasons of the Emmy-winning ABC drama series “How to Get Away With Murder.” On the film side, she will next be seen in “Transformers: Rise of the Beasts” and will lend her voice to “Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse” after having previously voiced Rio Morales in the first film.
She is repped by the Lasher Group, APA, and Kraditor & Haber PC.
- 4/26/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Season 5 of the popular Spanish teen drama “Élite” will debut April 8, Netflix announced Monday.
Set in the private, elite secondary school Las Encinas, “Élite” follows an ensemble cast of students that constantly find themselves involved with various murder and police investigations. When they’re not running into trouble with the law, the mixed group of working class and wealthy teenagers navigate intense relationship dramas and the heavy workload of their demanding institution.
Season 5 of “Élite” follows the students as they recover from the Season 4 finale, which saw Guzmán (Miguel Bernardeau) murder a man named Armando (Andrés Velencoso) and go on the run after his friends help cover it up. Season 4 cast members Itzan Escamilla, Omar Ayuso, Claudia Salas, Georgina Amorós, Carla Díaz, Martina Cariddi, Manu Ríos, Pol Granch and Diego Martín return for the new season, joined by new cast members Valentina Zenere, André Lamoglia and Adam Nourou.
“Élite” is...
Set in the private, elite secondary school Las Encinas, “Élite” follows an ensemble cast of students that constantly find themselves involved with various murder and police investigations. When they’re not running into trouble with the law, the mixed group of working class and wealthy teenagers navigate intense relationship dramas and the heavy workload of their demanding institution.
Season 5 of “Élite” follows the students as they recover from the Season 4 finale, which saw Guzmán (Miguel Bernardeau) murder a man named Armando (Andrés Velencoso) and go on the run after his friends help cover it up. Season 4 cast members Itzan Escamilla, Omar Ayuso, Claudia Salas, Georgina Amorós, Carla Díaz, Martina Cariddi, Manu Ríos, Pol Granch and Diego Martín return for the new season, joined by new cast members Valentina Zenere, André Lamoglia and Adam Nourou.
“Élite” is...
- 3/14/2022
- by Wilson Chapman and Wyatte Grantham-Philips
- Variety Film + TV
Gbenga Akinnagbe (The Deuce), Kyle Vincent Terry (Gotham) and Caroline Chikezie (Mayhem) are joining the upcoming third season of Power Book II: Ghost, Starz’s Power universe spinoff, in recurring roles.
Power Book II: Ghost is the first series in the expanded Power franchise from executive producers Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
The series picks up shortly after the Power finale and follows Tariq St. Patrick (Michael Rainey Jr.), the son of James “Ghost” St. Patrick and Tasha Green-St. Patrick, as he navigates his new life.
Akinnagbe will play Ron Samuel Jenkins aka Rsj, a Howard University and Harvard Business School alum who grew up working class and built his own legitimate empire that has firmly entrenched him among the business elite.
Terry will portray Obi, a young man schooled in Britain who knows his way around a gun, but is equally comfortable in a boardroom.
Chikezie is Noma, a...
Power Book II: Ghost is the first series in the expanded Power franchise from executive producers Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
The series picks up shortly after the Power finale and follows Tariq St. Patrick (Michael Rainey Jr.), the son of James “Ghost” St. Patrick and Tasha Green-St. Patrick, as he navigates his new life.
Akinnagbe will play Ron Samuel Jenkins aka Rsj, a Howard University and Harvard Business School alum who grew up working class and built his own legitimate empire that has firmly entrenched him among the business elite.
Terry will portray Obi, a young man schooled in Britain who knows his way around a gun, but is equally comfortable in a boardroom.
Chikezie is Noma, a...
- 3/14/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Starz announced on Wednesday that it has greenlit a second season of “Power Book IV: Force,” with Gary Lennon stepping into the showrunner role.
Lennon takes over from Robert Munic who created and helmed the first season. Lennon’s credits include “Power” and “Hightown” (both on Starz), and HBO’s “Euphoria.”
The third spinoff in the popular “Power” franchise follows Joseph Sikora’s Tommy Egan to Chicago. When it bowed on the cable network Feb. 6, it became the most-watched series premiere in the channel’s history with 3.3 million multiplatform views in the U.S. alone, Starz said in a release. It broke viewership records and now has the record for most-watched day on the Starz app and on linear as the highest-rated premiere.
“Fans have been eagerly awaiting Joseph’s return as the iconic ‘Tommy Egan’ and from the show’s record-setting debut, it was clear right away that they...
Lennon takes over from Robert Munic who created and helmed the first season. Lennon’s credits include “Power” and “Hightown” (both on Starz), and HBO’s “Euphoria.”
The third spinoff in the popular “Power” franchise follows Joseph Sikora’s Tommy Egan to Chicago. When it bowed on the cable network Feb. 6, it became the most-watched series premiere in the channel’s history with 3.3 million multiplatform views in the U.S. alone, Starz said in a release. It broke viewership records and now has the record for most-watched day on the Starz app and on linear as the highest-rated premiere.
“Fans have been eagerly awaiting Joseph’s return as the iconic ‘Tommy Egan’ and from the show’s record-setting debut, it was clear right away that they...
- 3/9/2022
- by Sharon Knolle and Jolie Lash
- The Wrap
The Power universe is in fine form.
Starz on Wednesday announced a pickup for Power Book IV: Force Season 2, a little over a month from its premiere.
The third spinoff in the Power franchise debuted February 6 as the most-watched premiere ever in Starz history with 3.3M multiplatform views in the U.S. alone.
The series premiere broke app viewership records delivering the most-watched day on the Starz app and on linear as the highest-rated premiere - both in the network's history.
"Fans have been eagerly awaiting Joseph's return as the iconic 'Tommy Egan' and from the show's record-setting debut, it was clear right away that they want to see another season of him taking on this new city," said Jeffrey Hirsch, President and CEO at Starz.
"We are thrilled to have Joseph back in the 'Power' Universe and to be expanding the world with a new tapestry of...
Starz on Wednesday announced a pickup for Power Book IV: Force Season 2, a little over a month from its premiere.
The third spinoff in the Power franchise debuted February 6 as the most-watched premiere ever in Starz history with 3.3M multiplatform views in the U.S. alone.
The series premiere broke app viewership records delivering the most-watched day on the Starz app and on linear as the highest-rated premiere - both in the network's history.
"Fans have been eagerly awaiting Joseph's return as the iconic 'Tommy Egan' and from the show's record-setting debut, it was clear right away that they want to see another season of him taking on this new city," said Jeffrey Hirsch, President and CEO at Starz.
"We are thrilled to have Joseph back in the 'Power' Universe and to be expanding the world with a new tapestry of...
- 3/9/2022
- by Paul Dailly
- TVfanatic
“Power Book IV: Force” has been renewed for Season 2 at Starz.
The third spinoff of the original “Power” to debut on Starz, the series saw Joseph Sikora return as Tommy Egan, who leaves New York and finds himself caught up in the Chicago drug game. The series also stars Isaac Keys, Lili Simmons, Gabrielle Ryan, Shane Harper, Kris D. Lofton, Anthony Fleming III, Lucien Cambric, and Tommy Flanagan.
“Fans have been eagerly awaiting Joseph’s return as the iconic Tommy Egan and from the show’s record-setting debut, it was clear right away that they want to see another season of him taking on this new city,” said Jeffrey Hirsch, president and CEO at Starz. “We are thrilled to have Joseph back in the ‘Power’ Universe and to be expanding the world with a new tapestry of power players brought to life by our fantastic cast.”
Per Starz, “Force” pulled...
The third spinoff of the original “Power” to debut on Starz, the series saw Joseph Sikora return as Tommy Egan, who leaves New York and finds himself caught up in the Chicago drug game. The series also stars Isaac Keys, Lili Simmons, Gabrielle Ryan, Shane Harper, Kris D. Lofton, Anthony Fleming III, Lucien Cambric, and Tommy Flanagan.
“Fans have been eagerly awaiting Joseph’s return as the iconic Tommy Egan and from the show’s record-setting debut, it was clear right away that they want to see another season of him taking on this new city,” said Jeffrey Hirsch, president and CEO at Starz. “We are thrilled to have Joseph back in the ‘Power’ Universe and to be expanding the world with a new tapestry of power players brought to life by our fantastic cast.”
Per Starz, “Force” pulled...
- 3/9/2022
- by Joe Otterson
- Variety Film + TV
Starz has handed a second season order to Power Book IV: Force.
The renewal announcement Wednesday follows strong ratings for the February 6 debut of the third spinoff in the Power franchise, which notched the most-watched series premiere in Starz history, with 3.3 million multiplatform views in the U.S. alone.
Power Book IV: Force will have a new showrunner in Season 2. Gary Lennon is taking over as showrunner/executive producer for series creator Robert Munic, who will not be involved with the new season. This is a reunion of sorts for Force leading man Joseph Sikora and Lennon as the latter was the co-showrunner on the original Power for its sixth and final season in 2019-2020.
The series, which hails from Courtney Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Lionsgate Television, centers around Tommy Egan, played by Sikora, after he cuts ties and puts New York in his rearview mirror for good.
The renewal announcement Wednesday follows strong ratings for the February 6 debut of the third spinoff in the Power franchise, which notched the most-watched series premiere in Starz history, with 3.3 million multiplatform views in the U.S. alone.
Power Book IV: Force will have a new showrunner in Season 2. Gary Lennon is taking over as showrunner/executive producer for series creator Robert Munic, who will not be involved with the new season. This is a reunion of sorts for Force leading man Joseph Sikora and Lennon as the latter was the co-showrunner on the original Power for its sixth and final season in 2019-2020.
The series, which hails from Courtney Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and Lionsgate Television, centers around Tommy Egan, played by Sikora, after he cuts ties and puts New York in his rearview mirror for good.
- 3/9/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: The Deuce and Sopranos alum Michael Rispoli and Paloma Guzman are set for heavily recurring roles in Starz/Lionsgate’s Power prequel series, Power Book III: Raising Kanan.
From creator and showrunner Sascha Penn, Power Book III: Raising Kanan takes viewers back to the ’90s and the early years of the now-deceased Kanan Stark, portrayed in Courtney Kemp’s original series by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
Rispoli will portray Sal Boselli, the powerful, charismatic, Italian mob boss of Newark, New Jersey.
Guzman will play Detective Regina Foyle, a veteran NYPD detective with a sensitive yet rugged side. She’s a contradiction in all the best ways.
Power Book III: Raising Kanan is executive produced by Kemp through her company End of Episode and Jackson through his G-Unit Film and Television. Penn is the creator/showrunner of Raising Kanan. Also executive producing are Mark Canton through his Atmosphere Entertainment Mm,...
From creator and showrunner Sascha Penn, Power Book III: Raising Kanan takes viewers back to the ’90s and the early years of the now-deceased Kanan Stark, portrayed in Courtney Kemp’s original series by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
Rispoli will portray Sal Boselli, the powerful, charismatic, Italian mob boss of Newark, New Jersey.
Guzman will play Detective Regina Foyle, a veteran NYPD detective with a sensitive yet rugged side. She’s a contradiction in all the best ways.
Power Book III: Raising Kanan is executive produced by Kemp through her company End of Episode and Jackson through his G-Unit Film and Television. Penn is the creator/showrunner of Raising Kanan. Also executive producing are Mark Canton through his Atmosphere Entertainment Mm,...
- 2/24/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
Exclusive: Starz is expanding the series regular cast for season 3 of Power Book II: Ghost. David Walton (9Jkl), Monique Curnen (The Dark Knight) and Moriah Brown (Raising Dion) are set as series regulars for the upcoming season of the Power universe spinoff.
Power Book II: Ghost is the first series in the expanded Power franchise from executive producers Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
The series picks up shortly after the Power finale and follows Tariq St. Patrick (Michael Rainey Jr.), the son of James “Ghost” St. Patrick and Tasha Green-St. Patrick, as he navigates his new life.
Walton will play Lucas Weston, an adventure-seeking, left-leaning high-level executive at his family’s Wall Street firm.
Curnen, who recurred as former NYPD Detective Blanca Rodriguez in the first season, returns to reprise her role as a series regular in the upcoming season. This time around, she’s more determined than ever to...
Power Book II: Ghost is the first series in the expanded Power franchise from executive producers Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
The series picks up shortly after the Power finale and follows Tariq St. Patrick (Michael Rainey Jr.), the son of James “Ghost” St. Patrick and Tasha Green-St. Patrick, as he navigates his new life.
Walton will play Lucas Weston, an adventure-seeking, left-leaning high-level executive at his family’s Wall Street firm.
Curnen, who recurred as former NYPD Detective Blanca Rodriguez in the first season, returns to reprise her role as a series regular in the upcoming season. This time around, she’s more determined than ever to...
- 1/13/2022
- by Denise Petski
- Deadline Film + TV
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