50 Cent's latest TV series launches this weekend, as the true story of the Black Mafia Family is retold in BMF.
BMF follows the Flenory brothers' controversial rise to power as they dealt drugs and money-laundered their way to the top in the late part of the 20th century.
Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson is an executive producer but rappers Eminem, Snoop Dogg and Kash Doll all have roles in the show. Ahead of its launch, here's everything to know about BMF.
What is BMF about?
BMF tells the true story of the organized crime group the Black Mafia Family.
Founded by brothers Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory and Terry "Southwest T" Flenory in southwest Detroit in 1989, the crime drama follows them as they grow their empire throughout the '90s.
Black Mafia Family created a country-wide drug distribution network and as well as a hip hop music label, BMF Entertainment, which was used to launder money.
Who stars in BMF?
The Flenory brothers are played by Da'Vinchi, who plays Terry, and Demetrius Flenory Jr. who stars as his real-life father Demetrius Flenory.
Other recognizable actors include Russell Hornsby (Grimm), Ajiona Alexus (13 Reasons Why) and Myles Truitt (Black Lightning) who is also set for an upcoming role in Strangers Things Season 4.
Recurring cast members throughout include Snoop Dogg as Pastor Swift, Eminem as White Boy Rick, La La Anthony as Markaisha Taylor and Kash Doll as Monique.
Where can I watch BMF?
BMF will launch exclusively on Starz on Sunday, September 26.
For the premiere episode this Sunday, BMF will air at 9 p.m. ET, right after the Power Book III: Raising Kanan airs at 8 p.m.
After the first week, BMF will move to a regular slot of 8 p.m. ET on Sunday nights.
Power Book II: Ghost Season 2 starts in November, so throughout October, fans of the Power franchise will have to wait for content but BMF should satisfy the void.
How to watch BMF on Starz
Starz is available on cable, with BMF scheduled to air at 9 p.m., but there are other ways to catch the show if you don't have the channel.
You can download the Starz app which gives you access to all of the network's original programming. There is currently a sale offering the service for $3 monthly for the first three months before it reverts back to its normal price of $8.99 a month.
You can add Starz to your existing Amazon Prime or Hulu membership. To try before you buy, you can enjoy a one-week free trial but the price rises to $8.99 a month once the trial is finished. Starz is also available through Roku and Apple TV.
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