Kemp and we look forward to continuing that relationship across our multiple Power Universe series,” said Starz in a statement today. “For over 8 years, we have enjoyed a wonderful partnership with Courtney A. In no small part because of that success, Kemp’s re-upping of sorts with Starz-owner Lionsgate three years ago distinctly provided for a vast expansion of what has become known as the Powerverse.
The Omari Hardwick, Naturi Naughton and Joseph Sikora-led show of one of NYC’s biggest drug dealers trying to turn his business legit, quickly turned out to be the premium cabler’s biggest show, a distinction it maintained and grew over its six seasons that ended in 2019. In 2014, the Kemp created and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson EP’s Power debuted on Starz. Courtney has accomplished something really rare and extraordinary in television and we are thrilled to welcome her to Netflix.”Ī journalist in a past life, Kemp made her bones writing for The Bernie Mac Show, Justice and the Robert King and Michelle King-created The Good Wife. “I really admire her clarity of vision and voice, and she has a great sense for what audiences want. “Courtney is the real deal - a creative force and world-builder who makes great shows,” Bajaria said on Wednesday.
In that vein, Netflix’s Head of Global TV Bela Bajaria was equally complimentary to the newest top tier multi-hyphenated talent to sign on with the streamer. “I am looking forward to working with Bela and her team, who really appreciate the voice and perspective that we bring to the table.”
“I am incredibly excited to join the Netflix family, and to continue to develop the kind of entertainment that End of Episode is known for– diverse, multilingual, watercooler, social-media fueled series that pack a serious punch,” Kemp said today of her new deal and the Chris Selak-run shingle. After a great eight-year run at Starz/Lionsgate working on Power and its offshoots, Kemp also had been looking for new creative opportunities at a new place, working with new people.
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