What is Power Book III: Raising Kanan about?

Power Book III: Raising Kanan is an American crime drama television series created by Sascha Penn. It functions as a prequel and second spin-off to the successful series 'Power'. Launched on July 18, 2021, the show unfolds in South Jamaica, Queens, during the year 1991, offering insights into the teenage years of Kanan Stark, whose adult version was portrayed by Curtis '50 Cent' Jackson in the original series where he also serves as an executive producer for this prequel. The narrative delves into Stark's indoctrination into the illicit narcotics industry, under the tutelage of his mother, Raquel 'Raq' Thomas, portrayed by Patina Miller, who rules as one of the primary drug figures in Queens. Through its seasons, the series explores the familial bonds and power struggles within the Stark family, including Kanan's uncles, Marvin and Louis 'Lou-Lou' Thomas, and their confrontation with rival factions, notably with Kadeem 'Unique' Mathis, Raq's competitor. The show depicts the period's inherent violence, complexities of drug trade operations, and the impact of these elements on Kanan's turbulent journey towards becoming the notorious figure that viewers recognize from 'Power'. Power Book III: Raising Kanan showcases the emergence of its protagonist against the backdrop of the cultural and sociopolitical climate of the early 1990s.

The first episode of Power Book III: Raising Kanan aired on July 18, 2021 and the most recent episode to air was on February 09, 2024.