Showing posts with label Power. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Power. Show all posts

Thursday, September 11, 2014

Former 'One Life to Live' Star David Fumero Joins 'Power' Season 2

David Fumero. Photo Credit: Sue Coflin/Max Photos
One Life to Live and Manhattanites star David Fumero has booked a series regular role on season two of the Starz drama Power, according to Deadline.com.

Fumero will play Mike Sandoval, the handsome new Chief of the Crime Division, who has moved from Southern California to NY to make sure this prominent investigation is run correctly.

Fumero played Christian Vega in One Life to Live from 1998-2011.

Friday, May 9, 2014

Starz Summer 2014 New Series: 'Power' and 'Outlander'

The summer on Starz is highlighted by two new series drana Halt and Catch Fire and the fourth season of Hell on Wheels. Find out more below:

Power – Premieres Saturday, June 7 at 9 p.m. ET/PT
From Executive Producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson and show creator Courtney Kemp Agboh, Power tells the story of a visionary crime drama set in two different worlds, the glamorous New York club scene and the brutal drug trade. James “Ghost” St. Patrick has it all: a beautiful wife, a gorgeous Manhattan penthouse, and the hottest, up-and-coming new nightclub in New York. His club, Truth, caters to the elite: the famous and infamous boldface names that run the city that never sleeps. As its success grows, so do Ghost’s plans to build an empire. However, Truth hides an ugly reality. It’s a front for Ghost’s criminal underworld; a lucrative drug network, serving only the wealthy and powerful. As Ghost is seduced by the prospect of a legitimate life, everything precious to him becomes unknowingly threatened. Once you’re in, can you ever get out?

Monday, April 21, 2014

'Power' Will Premiere June 7 on Starz

The upcoming Starz original series Power will debut on Saturday, June 7th at 9 p.m. ET/PT. Executive Producer Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson has released a new music video for his new single, "Big Rich Town," which was created specifically for the show and will serve as the main title theme, is performed by 50 Cent and features never before seen footage from the New York based crime drama from Emmy nominated writer Courtney Kemp Agboh.

"For me the musical component of Power is so important; I wanted to let the music speak to the viewers as they are watching the show and being able to create the theme song, 'Big Rich Town,' was crucial as it sets the tone of the show. The audience will also get the chance to hear additional music off my latest album, Animal Ambition, as the theme of the album translates into events portrayed in the show," shares Executive Producer Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson.

Power tells the story of a visionary crime drama set in two different worlds, the glamorous New York club scene and the brutal drug trade.

Watch the official trailer for Power and the "Big Rich Town" video below:

Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Victor Garber and Sonya Walger Join Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s POWER on Starz

Six-time Emmy and four-time Tony award nominated actor Victor Garber has joined the Starz Original Series POWER as recurring character Simon Stern, a renowned club owner and events guru who has the exact successful, legitimate lifestyle James “Ghost” St. Patrick (Omari Hardwick) covets. Sonya Walger has also joined as Madeline Stern, wife to Garber’s character, who greatly enjoys the benefits and affluent lifestyle her husband’s success has provided.

Watch a teaser for POWER below:

Friday, November 22, 2013

Starz Brings POWER to New York City - Production Has Begun on the Original Drama Series

Executive Producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson will also play the
role of Kanan on POWER.
The Starz Original drama POWER began production this week on an eight hour-long episode first season. Set in modern day New York, the series will film in and around the city's five boroughs, making it a major character throughout the season.

Executive Producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson has been added to the cast in the recurring role of Kanan, an old friend of James "Ghost" St. Patrick's.

POWER tells the story of wealthy New York City nightclub owner, James "Ghost" St. Patrick, who caters to the city's elite. He wants to build an empire, turn the club into a Fortune 500 business, but there's just one problem: he is living a double life. When he is not in the club, he is the kingpin of the most lucrative drug network in New York for a very high-level clientele. His marriage, family and business all become unknowingly threatened as he is tempted to leave his criminal life behind and become the rags-to-riches businessman he wants to be most of all.

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Omari Hardwick Cast as Lead in Starz Drama POWER

Starz announced today that Omari Hardwick has been cast as the lead in POWER, an hour-long original drama series executive produced by Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and created by Courtney Kemp Agboh (THE GOOD WIFE), who will serve as executive producer and showrunner. Mark Canton (300, 300: Rise of an Empire, Escape Plan), Randall Emmett (End of Watch, 2 Guns, Lone Survivor) and David Knoller (BIG LOVE, CARNIALE) are executive producing in association with CBS Television Studios.

Hardwick will play James "Ghost" St. Patrick, a wealthy New York City nightclub owner who caters to the city's elite. He wants to build an empire, turn the club into a Fortune 500 business, but there's just one problem: he is living a double life.

Friday, June 14, 2013

Starz Greenlights Original Drama Series POWER From Executive Producer Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson

Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson
Starz Chief Executive Officer Chris Albrecht announced today that STARZ will greenlight POWER, an hour-long original drama series executive produced by Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and created by Courtney Kemp Agboh (THE GOOD WIFE), who will also serve as an executive producer and showrunner.

POWER tells the story of James "Ghost" St. Patrick, a wealthy New York City nightclub owner who caters to the city's elite. He wants to build an empire, turn the club into a Fortune 500 business, but there's just one problem: Ghost is living a double life. When he is not in the club, he is the kingpin of the most lucrative drug network in New York for a very high-level clientele. His marriage, family and business all become unknowingly threatened as he is tempted to leave his criminal life behind and become the rags-to-riches businessman he wants to be most of all.

Friday, November 30, 2012

POWER: Starz Developing New Drama With Executive Producer 50 Cent

Starz is developing POWER, an hour drama with Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson attached to executive produce, according to Variety.

From CBS TV Studios, project centers on a Gotham nightclub owner who skirts the line between legitimacy and criminality. 300's Mark Canton and END OF WATCH's Randall Emmett will exec produce the drama in addition to Jackson.

THE GOOD WIFE writer and producer Courtney Kemp Agboh will pen POWER in addition to serving as executive producer.