About Power Book II: Ghost

Power Book II: Ghost, released in 2020, is a hit spin-off of the popular Starz series "Power". This captivating series picks up just after the events of Power, with Tariq St. Patrick grappling with a new world order: his father dead and his mother, Tasha, facing charges for the murder her son committed. It encapsulates Tariq’s journey to shed his father’s legacy in his pursuit of his own future, while navigating through the rigors of an elite university, public scrutiny, family codes, and secrets.

Making / Production

Power Book II: Ghost, a crime drama television series, was created by Courtney A. Kemp and is produced by Lionsgate Television. It premiered on Starz on September 6, 2020, and is the first of several planned spin-offs of Power. The story was developed to connect with the original series, yet also establish its own tone and pace. The high-stakes drama and well-spun intrigue mirror its predecessor, while exploring new dimensions of its characters.

Actors

• Michael Rainey Jr. - Tariq St. Patrick: A talented actor skillfully balancing the dual life of a student and a drug supplier, mirroring his father's path.
• Naturi Naughton - Tasha St. Patrick: Effortlessly portrays a mother willing to sacrifice everything to protect her son.
• Method Man - Davis MacLean: Shines as an astute, sharp-tongued defense lawyer.
• Mary J. Blige - Monet Tejada : Brilliantly portrays a hard-nosed matriarch of a powerful crime family.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series saw its premiere date moved up due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
• In January 2020, ahead of the series premiere, Starz renewed the series for a second season.
• The series title 'Ghost' is actually a nod to Tariq’s father, James ‘Ghost’ St. Patrick.

Quotes

• "The only reason you're not in cuffs right now is because you're a St. Patrick." - Saxe
• "I can't fail the family." - Tariq
• "I'll do whatever is necessary to protect this empire." - Monet

Music, Soundtrack

• "Exceeding" by Tobe Nwigwe
• "That's What I Said" by Cardi B
• "PARTY LIFE" by Jay-Z featuring Kanye West

Awards

At the time of writing, Power Book II: Ghost has not received any award wins or nominations. However, the engrossing performances of the cast members and the intense storyline create a strong potential for future accolades.