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Exclusive: Starz Power Book IV: Force will premiere its third and final season on Friday, November 7, at midnight via their app and all Starz streaming and on-demand platforms.

Season 1 of Force followed Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora), who left New York after losing James “Ghost” St. Patrick (Omari Hardwick), Lakeisha Grant (La La Anthony), and the only city he’s ever known. He made a quick detour to close an old wound that’s been haunting him for decades. What was supposed to be a quick stop turned into a labyrinth of family secrets and lies Tommy thought were long buried.

One step leads to another, and Tommy found himself in Chicago’s drug game, inserting himself between the city’s two biggest crews. In a city divided by race, Tommy straddles the line, ultimately becoming the lynchpin that not only unites them – but holds the power to watch them crumble.

The trailer for Power Book IV: Force season 3 reveals the release window for the show's final season. Focusing on the character of Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora), it was announced last June that Power Book IV: Force season 3 was coming back for one final outing. But even though the hit Power spinoff is coming to a close, Tommy may not be gone for too long.

Starz has released a new teaser for Power Book IV: Force season 3, confirming that the final installment will be released in Fall 2025. A more specific release plan has not been confirmed, though the teaser shows Tommy smiling and maintaining a cool exterior even in the face of mounting pressures and escalating dangers. Check out the teaser below:

What To Know About Power Book IV: Force Season 3 Tommy's List Of Enemies Grows

The new season will pick up where Power Book IV: Force season 2's ending left off,...

Starz has unveiled the first photos and an action-packed teaser for the upcoming third and final season of Power Book IV: Force. Season two premiered in September 2023 and Starz is targeting a fall 2025 release of season three.

Starz’s first small batch of photos from the final season features Joseph Sikora (Ozark) as Tommy Egan, Isaac Keys (The Oath) as Diamond Sampson, Manuel Eduardo Ramirez (Snowfall) as Miguel Garcia, Kris D. Lofton (Ballers) as Jenard Sampson, and Adrienne Walker (Law & Order: Organized Crime) as Shanti ‘Showstopper’ Page. Season three also stars Miriam A. Hyman (The Chi) as US Attorney Stacy Marks, Anthony Fleming III (Prison Break) as Jp, and Lucien Cambric (Chicago P.D.) as D-Mac.

“Tommy Egan (Sikora) is back with an ever-growing list of enemies. With the Feds on his tail and street gangs trying to take him down, Tommy must be strategic in his quest to...

Starz has released a teaser trailer and first-look photos for the third and final season of Power Book IV: Force, set to premiere in Fall 2025.

Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora) is back with an ever-growing list of enemies. With the Feds on his tail and street gangs trying to take him down, Tommy must be strategic in his quest to take over Chicago’s drug game, while also protecting those he loves the most.

This season, Tommy must poach customers from rival factions to have a chance at becoming kingpin, all while battling Miguel’s growing power and navigating an increasingly complex minefield of threats in the streets.

With a deepening divide within his coalition and his personal life under threat, Tommy must balance offense and defense to survive and protect everything he’s worked for.

The teaser and images offer a glimpse into the intensifying power struggles, shifting alliances and...

Starz is setting up the third and final season of its hit drama Power Book IV: Force with a teaser, first-look photos and confirming a fall premiere. Watch the video above.

In Season 3, Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora) is back with an ever-growing list of enemies. With the Feds on his tail and street gangs trying to take him down, Tommy is strategic in his quest to take over Chicago’s drug game, while also protecting those he loves the most. This season, Tommy must poach customers from rival factions if he has any chance at becoming kingpin, all while battling Miguel’s (Manuel Eduardo Ramirez) growing power and navigating an increasingly complex minefield of threats in the streets. With a deepening divide within his coalition and his personal life under threat, Tommy must balance offense and defense to survive and protect everything he’s worked for.

The cast also includes Isaac Keys as “Diamond Sampson,...

Exclusive: Mentorship Matters, a year-long mentorship program created by showrunners to help boost opportunities for emerging diverse writers, has selected 19 scribes for 2024-2025.

Now in its third year, the program, sponsored by Screencraft and Coverfly, includes a year of consistent, in-depth mentorship and creative advocacy from a committed showrunner. It also includes guidance with developing and polishing an original writing sample along with panels and seminars with high-level industry professionals.

The 2024-2025 Mentees were selected by showrunners from over 700 applicants with varying experiences and backgrounds. They include Miida Chu, Casey Seline, Samantha Lee, Mahalia Latortue-Pridgett, Jackie Akiko Cloud, Stephen Nolly, Philippe Bowgen, Renee Cunningham, Taylor Henriquez, Sejal Pachisia, Mike Wells, David Aguilar-Rodriguez, Jamie Holt Aguilar-Rodriguez, Monica Cecilia-Lucas, Cassidy Lee, Joshua Kazemi, Richard Scott, Adriana Ducassi and Nick Ducassi.

“With less shows being made, budgets being slashed, writers rooms getting even smaller, and so many fellowships losing their funding, it’s...

The upcoming third season of “Power Book IV: Force” will be its last, according to star Joseph Sikora. But the actor, who leads the show as Tommy Egan, also seems to be teasing that a new project could come to the “Power” universe soon.

With “Power Book II: Ghost” having just entered its fourth and final season, the only current “Power” series continuing at Starz is “Book III: Raising Kanan,” which was renewed for a fifth season in March. (The original “Power” concluded in 2020.) However, a new prequel series titled “Origins” was also set up at the cabler in March following the announcement that “Force” showrunner Gary Lennon had extended his deal with Lionsgate Television to continue working on the franchise.

In a video posted across Starz, ‘Power’ and Sikora’s Instagram pages, Sikora said, “When Gary Lennon and the other writers and I were mapping out our third season,...

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...

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,...

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...

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,...

The second season of Power Book IV: Force is set to make its grand entrance in the late summer, delivering another wave of intense and gripping storytelling. Leaving behind the complexities of his past in New York City, Tommy Egan, portrayed by Joseph Sikora, sets his sights on the vibrant streets of Chicago. As he arrives in the city, he embraces his status as an outsider and seizes the opportunity to make a resounding impact in the city's drug scene. With a shrewd and calculated approach, Tommy aims to rise to the top and establish himself as the preeminent drug dealer in Chicago, replicating the success he once achieved with his late partner and childhood friend in New York.

On Friday, September 1, at midnight Et, viewers can catch the new season on various platforms, including the Starz app, Starz streaming and on-demand platforms, as well as the Lionsgate+ premium streaming...

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.

Exclusive: Mentorship Matters, an initiative aimed at boosting opportunities for emerging writers of color, has announced 25 writer mentees for its 2023 program, along with participating showrunner/executive producers.

Now in its second year, Mentorship Matters was developed by showrunners committed to using their positions to advocate for and help create opportunities for writers of color. With sponsorship from Amazon and AMC Networks, the program includes a year of consistent, in-depth mentorship and creative advocacy from a committed showrunner. It also includes guidance with developing and polishing an original writing sample along with panels and seminars with high-level industry professionals. Each mentee will be paired with a participating showrunner/executive producer mentor.

In the program’s inaugural year, 14 out of 23 mentees found representation, 8 were staffed on shows including Billions (Showtime), Criminal Minds: Evolution (Paramount+), Walker: Independence (The CW), and The Power (Amazon), and 1 signed an overall deal with Sony TV Studios.

Showrunners...

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...

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...

“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...

Exclusive: Felisha Terrell (Utopia) has booked major recurring roles on two new drama series. Terrell has been cast opposite Brandy, Eve, Naturi Naughton and Nadine Velazquez in ABC’s musical drama series Queens, and also has joined Starz’s drama series Bmf from executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and writer/executive producer and Detroit native Randy Huggins.

In Queens, written by Zahir McGhee and directed by Tim Story, four estranged and out-of-touch women in their 40s — Naomi (Brandy), Jill (Naughton), Brianna (Eve) and Valeria (Velazquez) — reunite for a chance to recapture their fame and regain the swagger they had as their ’90s group that made them legends in the hip-hop world.

Terrell will play Tina, a friend of Jill (Naughton).

McGhee, Story and Wind executive produce. ABC Signature, part of Disney Television Studios, is the studio.

Bmf is inspired by the true story of two brothers who rose from the...

Tyshon Freeman (The Quad) and Shondalia White (Good Trouble) are set for key recurring roles in Starz’s drama series Bmf (aka Black Mafia Family), from executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and writer/executive producer and Detroit native Randy Huggins.

Bmf is inspired by the true story of two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980’s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in this country. Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory’s charismatic leadership, Terry “Southwest T” Flenory’s business acumen and the fraternal partnership’s vision beyond the drug trade and into the world of Hip Hop would render the brothers iconic on a global level. Their unwavering belief in family loyalty would be the cornerstone of their partnership and the crux of their eventual estrangement. The series is about love,...

Eminem has just picked up his next acting role. Almost two decades after hitting the big screen with his acclaimed performance in 8 Mile, the famous rapper, whose real name is Marshall Mathers, has been cast in longtime friend 50 Cent's upcoming Starz series Black Mafia Family. He will appear in one episode as White Boy Rick, and his casting has been confirmed by 50 Cent.

"I'm honored and appreciative of my good friend Em for supporting my new show 'Bmf,'" Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson said in a statement, via TheWrap. "We couldn't do a show based in Detroit without incorporating the legend that is Eminem."

Tweeting the news, Jackson added: "Oh yeah i'm bringing the big dogs out, I couldn't do a show based in Detroit without incorporating the legend @eminem. Got him to play white Boy Rick in Bmf, this sh-t is out of here. Green Light Gang.

Mount up: Starz released the trailer for 50 Cent’s new drama “Bmf” (“Black Mafia Family”), which is inspired by the story of brother Demetrius “Big Meech” and Terry “Southwest T” Flenory’s gang in 1980s Detroit.

Watch the trailer via the video above.

The Flenory Boys had “a product that creates its own demand,” the sneak peek lays out. With Demetrius’s “vision” and Terry’s “brains,” “can’t nobody mess with us, man,” as “Big Meech” puts it.

That’s not even his best motivation speech in the trailer.

“Nobody gave nobody s— in this country, T,” he tells his brother. “They didn’t give us our freedom, or the right to vote. We had to fight for that s—. That’s the same way as us fighting for independence in this game.”

Meet the “kings of the motherf—ing D” on all Starz platforms Sept. 26 (at 9 p.m.

Eminem has joined the cast of Bmf, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s upcoming Starz drama about the Black Mafia Family, Deadline has confirmed.

Inspired by the true story of two brothers who rose from the streets in Southwest Detroit, Bmf is set in the late 1980s and follows one of the most influential crime families. Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory’s charismatic leadership, Terry “Southwest T” Flenory’s business acumen and the fraternal partnership’s vision beyond the drug trade and into the world of hip-hop would render the brothers iconic on a global level. Their unwavering belief in family loyalty would be the cornerstone of their partnership and the crux of their eventual estrangement.

Eminem will guest star as White Boy Rick, the infamous Detroit teenager turned undercover FBI informant.

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The rapper joins previously announced cast members Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. — “Big Meech” Flenory’s son — Da’Vinchi; Russell Hornsby,...

Eminem stans are gonna want to make sure they subscribe to Starz. The Real Slim Shady is set to guest star on new upcoming drama “Bmf” (“Black Mafia Family”), TheWrap has learned exclusively. He’ll (very briefly) play White Boy Rick on one episode of the 50 Cent production.

We’d say more about Em’s scene, but we’ve seen the emcee’s collection of chainsaws.

“I’m honored and appreciative of my good friend Em for supporting my new show ‘Bmf,'” Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson said in a statement. “We couldn’t do a show based in Detroit without incorporating the legend that is Eminem.”

Rick Wershe Jr., aka White Boy Rick, was an FBI informant in his early teens, when he sold drugs and guns as part of a Detroit gang. By 17, however, he was dumped by the feds and arrested for cocaine possession. Wershe was sentenced to life in prison,...

Black Mafia Family now has two hip hop legends on board

Snoop Dogg has joined the Curtis '50 Cent’ Jackson executive produced Starz drama. The chart topping rapper and Dolemite Is My Name star will have a spiritually themed recurring role on the Detroit-set series. In a Power reunion of sorts, La La Anthony has also been added to the cast of Bmf as has Empire alum Serayah. Both actresses will have recurring guest roles on the show produced by 50’s G-Unit Film and Television in league with Lionsgate TV for Starz. – check out their character descriptions below.

As well as their mutual work on the Courtney Kemp-created Power and now Bfm, 50 Cent and Anthony have teamed up for the soap Intercepted, which is currently in development at Starz.

As a part of the overall deal that 50 inked with the Jeff Hirsh-run Starz back in 2018, the long burgeoning Bfm...

Exclusive: Michole Briana White (Songbird), Ajiona Alexus (Empire), Eric Kofi-Abrefa (Blue Story) and Myles Truitt (Kin) are set as series regulars opposite Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr. and Da’Vinchi in Starz’s drama series Black Mafia Family, from executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and writer/executive producer and Detroit native Randy Huggins. Black Mafia Family is produced through Jackson’s G-Unit Film and Television in association with Starz and Lionsgate Television. The series begins filming in Atlanta and Detroit this month.

Black Mafia Family is inspired by the true story of two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980’s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in this country. Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory’s (Flenory Jr.) charismatic leadership, Terry “Southwest T” Flenory’s (Da’Vinchi) business acumen and the...

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s upcoming Starz Original Series, “Black Mafia Family,” has chosen its star protagonist. Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr., son of notorious cocaine kingpin and southwest Detroit legend Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory will make his acting debut portraying his father. Inspired by the true story of one of the most influential crime families in the country, “Black Mafia Family” will delve into the origins of the mafia in the late 1980s, and how the pursual of the American dream eventually leads the operation to branch out from national drug distribution to hip-hop in the early 2000s.

The series will be executive produced by Jackson, who signed a massive multi-series overall deal with Starz back in 2018, and has served as the creative mind behind the original “Power” as well as four upcoming spinoffs in the “Power” universe. Detroit native Randy Huggins will executive produce alongside Jackson.

Additionally, veteran actor and staging coach Tasha Smith,...

Starz’s “Black Mafia Family” is keeping its casting in the family: The Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson-produced drama has set Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr., the son of Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory, to star on the series as his father, who, along with his brother, built one of the most influential crime families in the country.

Da’Vinchi has been cast as Demetrius’ brother, Terry “Southwest T” Flenory, while Wood Harris will take on the recurring role of Pat, a man who gave the Flenory brothers their “first shot in the game.”

The three join previously announced cast members include series regulars Russell Hornsby as Charles Flenory, Steve Harris as Detective Bryant, and Arkeisha “Kash Doll” Knight recurring as Monique.

Per Starz, “Black Mafia Family” is inspired by the true story of two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980s and gave birth to one...

Demetrius “Lil Meech” Flenory Jr., the son of Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory, and Da’Vinchi are set to star in Starz’s drama series Black Mafia Family, from executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and writer/executive producer and Detroit native Randy Huggins. Additionally, Tasha Smith will direct the first episode and multiple others, and Wood Harris will join his brother Steve Harris in a recurring role. Black Mafia Family is produced through Jackson’s G-Unit Film and Television in association with Starz and Lionsgate Television. The series begins filming in Atlanta and Detroit this month.

Flenory Jr., the son of Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory will make his acting debut starring as his father and Da’Vinchi will portray Demetrius’ brother Terry “Southwest T” Flenory.

Black Mafia Family is inspired by the true story of...

Russell Hornsby and Steve Harris are set as series regulars in Starz’s drama series Black Mafia Family, from executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and writer/executive producer and Detroit native Randy Huggins. Additionally, entertainer and Detroit native Arkeisha “Kash Doll” Knight has joined the cast in a recurring role. Black Mafia Family is produced through Jackson’s G-Unit Film and Television in association with Starz and Lionsgate Television. Filming begins in Detroit and Atlanta in 2021.

Black Mafia Family is inspired by the true story of two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980’s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in this country. Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory’s charismatic leadership, Terry “Southwest T” Flenory’s...

The WGA West says it has collected “tens of thousands of dollars” in interest payments in the past few months from companies that were late in paying their writers, including several interest payments in excess of $10,000 for individual writers.

The guild says much of its success in this area is attributable to its requirement that franchised agents turn over their writer-clients’ contracts, invoices, deal memos, writer compensation and commission information.

“Late pay is so pervasive that many writers have a story about waiting weeks, or even months, for a paycheck,” the guild told its members Friday. “It is one of the problems the Guild is working to address in the agency campaign.” The guild said that with the information the agencies are required to provide, “the Guild can now see when payment is due, then check with writers to see if they’ve been paid on time and, if payment is overdue,...

Starz has greenlit “Black Mafia Family,” the latest project from Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson for the premium cabler.

Per Starz, “Black Mafia Family” is inspired by the true story of two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in this country. Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory’s charismatic leadership, Terry “Southwest T” Flenory’s business acumen, and the fraternal partnership’s vision beyond the drug trade and into the world of hip-hop would render the brothers iconic on a global level. Their unwavering belief in family loyalty would be the cornerstone of their partnership and the crux of their eventual estrangement. This is a story about love, family, and capitalism in the pursuit of the American dream.

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Starz is doubling down on content from Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson.

The premium cabler has issued a series order for Black Mafia Family, a new drama fro the Power star and executive producer.

The drama is set to chronicle the lives of Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory and his brother, Terry “Southwest T” Flenory, kingpins of a wide-reaching drug syndicate that came to power in the late 1990s/early 2000s.

“I told you Black Mafia Family was coming, and it’s going to be the biggest show on television,” Jackson said via statement.

“Meech and Terry are legends, and I am excited to bring their story to Starz.”

Here is the official Starz logline:

Black Mafia Family is inspired by the true story of two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980’s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in this country.

Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson is making yet another series at Starz.

The producer, who signed a massive multi-series overall deal with Starz back in 2018, is one of the creative minds behind “Black Mafia Family,” a drama which has received the greenlight at the premium cabler.

“Black Mafia Family” will add to Jackson’s expanding family of series at Starz, which includes the original “Power,” as well as four upcoming spinoffs set in the same universe, namely “Power Book II: Ghost,” “Power Book III: Raising Kanan,” “Power Book IV: Influence” and “Power Book V: Force.”

Jackson will exec produce the new series alongside “Star” and “Power” producer Randy Huggins, who will serve as a writer. Jackson currently has ABC show “For Life” on the air, and the news comes only a couple months after he was given a star on Walk of Fame.

“This is a project Curtis has always been...

Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson just made another power move: Black Mafia Family, a new show from the rap star/Power star and executive producer, has received a series order at Starz.

The drama will chronicle the lives of Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory and his brother, Terry “Southwest T” Flenory, kingpins of a wide-reaching drug syndicate that came to power in the late 1990s/early 2000s.

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“I told...

50 Cent is adding another series to his Starz arsenal of dramas. The premium cabler has greenlit Black Mafia Family, which Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson will executive produce alongside Randy Huggins, who will serve as writer.

Jackson revealed last year at TCA that he was developing Black Mafia Family drama under the mega overall deal at Starz for his G-Unit Film and Television banner.

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Black Mafia Family is inspired by the true story of two brothers who “rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late ’80s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in this country.” the series follows the charismatic leader Demetrius “Big Meech...

Bet has canceled the legal drama “In Contempt” after one season, the network said Wednesday.

“At this time, Bet Networks will not be moving forward with a second season of ‘In Contempt,'” a network spokesperson said in a statement. “We are grateful to the incredible cast and producers. We would especially like to thank and recognize the acclaimed Executive Producers Terri Kopp, who created the series, Lance Samuels and Daniel Iron. We look forward to finding ways to continue in partnership.”

The series which debuted back in April 2018, starred Erica Ash as Gwen Sullivan, an outspoken and passionate public defender in a New York legal aid office.

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“In Contempt” ran for 10 episodes and has been in limbo for the more than a year since. Bet finally opted not to move...

There will be no second season for In Contempt, Bet’s legal drama starring Erica Ash, Deadline has confirmed.

“At this time, Bet Networks will not be moving forward with a second season of In Contempt. We are grateful to the incredible cast and producers. We would especially like to thank and recognize the acclaimed Executive Producers Terri Kopp, who created the series, Lance Samuels and Daniel Iron. We look forward to finding ways to continue in partnership,” a Bet Networks spokesperson said in a statement to Deadline. “We are also excited to continue our relationship with the star of In Contempt, Erica Ash as she is set to star along Paula Patton in the film Sacrifice premiering this fall on Bet+.”

In Contempt was set in a legal aid office in New York City, in which opinionated and wildly outspoken attorney Gwen (Ash) contended with complicated cases and office...

The evolution of Bet continues.

The Viacom-owned cable network has canceled In Contempt after one season. The series, which starred Erica Ash and was created by Terri Kopp (Law & Order), wrapped its 10-episode first season more than a year ago. Sources say Bet had been waiting to see how the rest of its 2019 programming fared as it evaluated the future of the legal drama.

"At this time, Bet Networks will not be moving forward with a second season of In Contempt. We are grateful to the incredible cast and producers. We would especially like to thank and recognize ...

Kaplan Stahler’s Cindy Mintz has been named head of TV Literary at the boutique agency. In her new role, Mintz will oversee a department of five agents.

Mintz joined Kaplan Stahler in 2013 after a brief stint at Abrams Artists Agency, where she was instrumental in launching their TV literary department. Prior to Abrams, she spent 15 years as a TV packaging agent at ICM Partners.

“We have been fortunate to have benefited from Cindy’s invaluable industry and client relationships, and exceptional leadership skills,” said Todd Mooney, COO. “It’s a pleasure to recognize her commitment to client representation and to the future of Kaplan Stahler with this well-earned title.”

Mintz guides a roster of successful writers, directors and producers working in television and film which include Terri Kopp, Jamie Pachino (Sneaky Pete), Mike Herro & David Strauss (All American), Ron McGee (NCIS: Nola), Sonay Hoffman...

From TorontoFilm.Net here is the Toronto Film Production Update for December 2017 including "Blood and Water", "Decoy", "Falling Water" and a whole lot more:

Anne Season 2

TV Series

CBC/Netflix

Prod.: John Calvert

Oct 2/17 - Mar 20/18

Blood And Water Season 3

TV Series

Breakthrough Entertainment

Prod.: Paula J. Smith

Dir.: Felipe Rodriguez

Nov 15 - Dec 8/17

Decoy

Feature

Decoy Pictures Inc.

Prod.: Andrew Gunn, Michael Bien, Angela Donald

Dir.: Allan Ungar

Nov 1 - Dec 7/17

Designated Survivor

Season 2

TV Series

Designated 1 Ltd.

Prod.: Llewellyn Wells

Dir.: Various

Jul 4/17 - Mar 31/18 Tbc

Falling Water Season 2

TV Series

Gep Falling Water Inc.

Prod.: Terry Gould

Dir.: various

Aug 20 - Mar 20/18

Franklin

Feature

New Line Productions Inc. / Jellystone Films Inc.

Prod.: Peter Safran

Dir.: David F. Sandberg

Feb 5 - May 8/18

Freebirds

TV Series

Warner Bros. TV / Berlanti Entertainment

Prod.: Robert Ortiz

Dir.: John Fawcett,...

From TorontoFilm.Net here is the Toronto Film Production Update for November 2017 including "Locke and Key", "Titans", "Umbrella Academy" and a whole lot more:

Anne- Season 2

TV Series

CBC/Netflix

Prod.: John Calvert

Dir.: Various

Oct 2/17 - Mar 20/18

Baroness Von Sketch Show- Season 3

TV Series

Frantic Films

Prod.: Graham Ludlow, Jeff Peeler

Dir.: Jeremy Lalonde, Jordan Canning

Aug 21 - Nov 10/17

Cardinal: By The Time You Read This- Season 3

TV Series – Mini

eOne

Prod.: Jessica Daniel

Dir.: Daniel Grou

Sep 19 - Nov 24/17

Decoy

Feature

Decoy Pictures Inc.

Prod.: Andrew Gunn, Michael Bien, Angela Donald

Dir.: Allan Ungar

Nov 1 - Dec 7/17

Designated Survivor- Season 2

TV Series

Designated 1 Ltd.

Prod.: Llewellyn Wells

Dir.: Various

Jul 4/17 - Mar 31/18

Dino Dana- Season 3

TV Series

Sinking Ship Entertainment

Prod.: Eric Beldowski

Dir: Various

Aug 1 – Nov 17/17

Falling Water- Season 2

TV Series

Gep Falling Water Inc.

At least one Survivor’s Remorse star has already booked her next gig: Erica Ash, who played M-Chuck on the recently ended Starz series, will lead Bet’s upcoming legal drama In Contempt.

Per The Hollywood Reporter, Ash will play Gwen Sullivan, a passionate legal aid lawyer who is considered the best public defender in her district of New York City. Bet has given the project a 10-episode, straight-to-series order.

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Terri Kopp (Law & Order, Third Watch) created In Contempt and will serve as showrunner for the Bet-owned series.

Ash...

From TorontoFilm.Net here is the Toronto Film Production Update for October 2017 including "Falling Water", "Lucky Day", "Taken" and a whole lot more:

Anne Season 2

TV Series

CBC/Netflix

Prod.: John Calvert

Dir.: Various

Oct 2/17 - Mar 20/18

Baroness Von Sketch Show Season 3

TV Series

Frantic Films

Prod.: Graham Ludlow, Jeff Peeler

Dir.: Jeremy Lalonde, Jordan Canning

Aug 21 - Nov 10/17

Brotherhood

Feature

Roa Productions Inc.

Prod.: Mehernaz Lentin, Anand Ramayya, Jonathan Bronfman

Dir.: Richard Bell

Sep 18 - Oct 11/17

Cardinal: By The Time You Read This Season 3

TV Series – Mini

eOne

Prod.: Jessica Daniel

Dir.: Daniel Grou

Sep 19 - Nov 24/17

Carter

TV Series

Sony / Amaze

Prod.: Victoria Hirst

Dir.: Various

Jul 10 - Oct 13/17

Designated Survivor Season 2

TV Series

Designated 1 Ltd.

Prod.: Llewellyn Wells

Dir.: Various

Jul 4/17 - Mar 31/18 Tbc

Dino Dana Season 3

TV Series

Sinking Ship Entertainment

Prod.:...

Lifetime has lined up big-name talent for the first two of its four upcoming movie adaptations of Nora Roberts novels.

Emilie de Ravin, Ivan Sergei and Cybill Shepherd topline "High Noon," while Jerry O'Connell, Lauren Stamile and Faye Dunaway lead the cast of "Midnight Bayou."

The four Roberts adaptations, which also include "Tribute" and "Northern Lights," are produced by Peter Guber's Mandalay TV and Stephanie Germain Prods., the companies behind the four previous Roberts movies for Lifetime that scored big ratings in 2007.

In "High Noon," written by Terri Kopp and to be directed by Peter Markle, hostage negotiator Lt. Phoebe McNamara (de Ravin) juggles her career with the demands of raising her young daughter and contending with her agoraphobic mother (Shepherd). Phoebe becomes the object of affection of a bar owner (Sergei) and the target of a psychopathic killer.

In "Midnight Bayou," penned by Stephen Tolkin and to be directed by Ralph Hemecker,...