Power

About Power

Power is a highly successful crime drama television series that first aired in 2014. The series was created and produced by Courtney A. Kemp, and it aired on Starz. Power tells the story of James 'Ghost' St. Patrick, a rich nightclub owner who leads a double life as a drug dealer in New York City. Despite his successful business, he dreams of a better life and plans to quit his criminal activities.

Making / Production

The series is filmed in New York City and is produced by G-Unit Films and Television Inc., Atmosphere Television, and CBS Television Studios. Power is produced by Courtney A. Kemp who also serves as the showrunner. The series' executive producers include Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson, Mark Canton, David Knoller, and more.

Actors

• Omari Hardwick plays JamesSt. Patrick, aka Ghost. Hardwick's nuanced portrayal of a conflicted drug-dealer-turned-businessman has been praised for its depth and complexity.
• Joseph Sikora is Tommy Egan, Ghost's best friend and business partner. Sikora's performance is noted for its raw energy and authenticity.
• Naturi Naughton stars as Tasha St. Patrick, Ghost's wife. Naughton convincingly portrays a woman trying to hold her family together amid a sea of chaos.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The nightclub featured in the show, Truth, was inspired by a real club in New York City.
• The series' creator Courtney A. Kemp used to be a staff writer for the CBS show 'The Good Wife'.

Awards

The series has won several awards, including an NAACP Image Award for 'Outstanding Drama Series' in 2018. Omari Hardwick also received the NAACP Image Award for 'Outstanding Actor in a Drama Series' in the same year.

Quotes

• "We're not the same, Tommy. You're white, I'm black." - Ghost
• "You can't fix this by fixing a club, Ghost." - Tasha

Music, Soundtrack

• The opening theme song "Big Rich Town" is performed by 50 Cent.
• The series also features music from artists like Kendrick Lamar, Miguel, and many others on its soundtrack.