From Rap Star to TV Mogul: 50 Cent's Screen Empire
Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson, the legendary rapper, has quietly built a formidable reputation as a television producer over the years. His latest project is the highly anticipated Netflix documentary, Sean Combs: The Reckoning, which promises an unflinching look into the life of the disgraced music mogul.
The Reckoning: A Deep Dive into Diddy's Downfall
The four-part limited series is set to premiere on Tuesday, December 2. It will examine the life of Sean 'Diddy' Combs, who was recently found guilty on two counts of transportation for purposes of prostitution. The 56-year-old is now serving a sentence in federal prison.
The documentary's synopsis teases "explosive, never-before-seen materials" and exclusive interviews with people formerly in Combs's inner circle. It aims to tell the story of the powerful empire he built and the criminal underworld that operated beneath its glamorous surface.
Executive producer 50 Cent stated, "I’ve been committed to real storytelling for years through G-Unit Film and Television. I’m grateful to everyone who came forward and trusted us with their stories." He also praised director Alexandria Stapleton for her work on the project.
Three Addictive 50 Cent Shows to Stream Now
While waiting for the Diddy documentary, here are three gripping series produced by Jackson that you can watch immediately.
Power
First airing in 2014, Power is arguably 50 Cent's biggest television success. This crime drama ran for six years and follows James "Ghost" St. Patrick, a wealthy nightclub owner who operates a massive drug empire. Jackson not only executive produced the show but also starred in it alongside Omari Hardwick and Joseph Sikora.
Despite a modest 44% critics' score on Rotten Tomatoes after its first season, the show's audience score soared to an impressive 81%. One fan described it as "absolutely addicting," confirming its status as a binge-worthy hit. Power is available to stream on Netflix.
For Life
This lesser-known legal drama, which aired from 2020, has been hailed as 'one of the most powerful dramas ever.' Inspired by the true story of Isaac Wright Jr., it stars British actor Nicholas Pinnock as a wrongfully imprisoned man who becomes a lawyer to help fellow inmates while fighting his own conviction.
50 Cent served as an executive producer and made cameo appearances. Although it was cancelled after two seasons, it left a profound impact on viewers. One Rotten Tomatoes user raved about its "powerful and emotional" performances. For Life can be purchased on Apple TV and Prime Video.
Black Mafia Family (BMF)
Premiering in 2021 and running for four seasons, Black Mafia Family is another crime drama based on real events. Created by Randy Huggins, it chronicles the rise of brothers Demetrius and Terry Flenory in a powerful drug and money laundering organisation. A unique aspect of the cast is Demetrius Flenory Jr., who portrays his own real-life, now-imprisoned father.
The series was a hit with audiences, with one viewer noting it had them "sitting on the edge of the couch biting fingernails." Black Mafia Family is available to stream on MGM+ via Prime Video.
