‘Power’ creator Courtney Kemp signs record STARZ deal and plans spinoff series
Power creator Courtney Kemp has inked a lucrative new deal to develop more shows and a spinoff from the drama series, Shadow and Act reports.
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This comes as exiting news for dedicated fans who have tuned in to see James “Ghost” St. Patrick (Omari Hardwick) try to get out of the deadly drug game and navigate a love triangle between his ride-or-die wife Tasha (Naturi Naughton) and first love and federal prosecutor Angela (Lela Loren).
In a statement, the Starz network said: “Under the new long-term deal, Kemp will develop and produce a variety of new content across multiple platforms through her End of Episode banner, which encompasses several commitments from STARZ to develop series drawing upon Kemp’s unique sensibility, including potential projects inspired by the world of Power.”
Kemp has enjoyed tremendous successas the show’s creator and showrunner along with fellow executive producer Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.
“I’m incredibly proud of the success we’ve had with Power and I’m excited about expanding our banner and diversifying the types of stories we’re telling. Chris brings with her a depth of experience that will elevate End of Episode to a new level and I’m looking forward to exploring new ways of writing about my obsession: the intersections of violence, power, sex and romance,” said Kemp.
Lionsgate Television Group Chairman Kevin Beggs said, “Courtney is a one of a kind talent and we couldn’t be more excited about this unique and exclusive deal,” said “She’s an exceptional producer, incredible showrunner and artist, and we’re proud that she chose Lionsgate as her creative incubator. We look forward to the bold, original and provocative content she will offer our programming slates.”
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Next year, Power will return for its sixth season. It has enjoyed its rein as the second-most watched drama on premium cable for the last three years.
Which of the Power characters do you think should get their own spinoff series on Starz?
