Power Book IV: Force

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Power Book IV: Force
GenreCrime drama
Created byRobert Munic[1]
Based onPower created by Courtney A. Kemp
Starring
Opening theme"Power Powder Respect" by 50 Cent and Jeremih[2]
ComposerMark Batson
Country of originUnited States
Original languageEnglish
No. of seasons1
No. of episodes8
Production
Executive producers
EditorJohn Coniglio
Camera setupSingle-camera setup
Running time48–57 minutes
Production companies
Release
Original networkStarz
Picture format1080i (16:9 HDTV)
Original releaseFebruary 6, 2022 (2022-02-06) –
present (present)
Chronology
Preceded byPower
Followed byPower Book V: Influence
Related shows

Power Book IV: Force is an American drama television series created by Robert Munic[3] that premiered on February 6, 2022, on Starz.[4] The series is a sequel and third spin-off to Power created by Courtney A. Kemp.[5] In March 2022, the series was renewed for a second season.[6]

Cast[]

Main[]

Supporting[]

  • Audrey Esparza as Liliana
  • Jeremih as Elijah (season 1)
  • Christopher Kahler as Avram
  • Chanell Bell as Doctor Lauryn Williams
  • Konstantin Lavysh as Rodovan Mirkovic
  • Guy Van Swearingen as Paulie "Pierogi" Muzaski
  • Debo Balogun as Seamus Bennigan
  • Barton Fitzpatrick as Blaxton
  • Blythe Howard as Adrienne
  • Johnny Rivera as Roberto

Episodes[]

No.Title [7]Directed byWritten byOriginal air date [7]U.S. viewers
(millions)
1"A Short Fuse and a Long Memory"Larysa KondrackiRobert MunicFebruary 6, 2022 (2022-02-06)0.648[8]
2"King of the Goddamn Hill"Kieron HawkesRobert MunicFebruary 13, 2022 (2022-02-13)0.311[9]
3"Firestarter"Shana SteinKendra Chanae ChapmanFebruary 20, 2022 (2022-02-20)0.431[10]
4"Storm Clouds"Kieron HawkesAllison IntrieriFebruary 27, 2022 (2022-02-27)0.404[11]
5"Take Me Home"Eif RiveraRobert MunicMarch 6, 2022 (2022-03-06)0.572[12]
6"This is Who We Are"Kieron HawkesSylvia L. JonesMarch 13, 2022 (2022-03-13)0.477[13]
7"Outrunning a Ghost"Bart WenrichKirkland MorrisMarch 20, 2022 (2022-03-20)0.451[14]
8"He Ain't Heavy"Rob HardyMichael CobianMarch 27, 2022 (2022-03-27)0.399[15]
9"Trust"TBATBAApril 10, 2022 (2022-04-10)TBD
10"Family Business"TBATBAApril 17, 2022 (2022-04-17)TBD

Production[]

In August 2020, it was announced that the series had been given a greenlight with a 10-episode series order to focus on Joseph Sikora’s character of Tommy Egan. At that time Robert Munic was announced to serve as showrunner on the series and executive produce with Courtney A. Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.[16] In February 2021, eight additional cast members were added as series regulars: Lili Simmons, Gabrielle Ryan, Isaac Keys, Shane Harper, Kris D. Lofton, Anthony Fleming III, Lucien Cambric and Tommy Flanagan.[17] In May 2021, it was announced that Jeremih would be joining the cast in a recurring role.[18] In July 2021, it was announced that Robert Munic, was leaving as showrunner citing creative differences. Courtney A. Kemp, who oversees all the Power series, would be taking over.[19] On March 9, 2022, Starz renewed the series for a second season with Gary Lennon taking over as the new showrunner, Munic exited as showrunner.[6]

Reception[]

Viewership and ratings per episode of Power Book IV: Force
No. Title Air date Rating
(18–49)		 Viewers
(millions)		 DVR
(18–49)		 DVR viewers
(millions)		 Total
(18–49)		 Total viewers
(millions)
1 "A Short Fuse and a Long Memory" February 6, 2022 0.2 0.648[8] TBD TBD TBD TBD
2 "King of the Goddamn Hill" February 13, 2022 0.1 0.311[9] TBD TBD TBD TBD
3 "Firestarter" February 20, 2022 0.1 0.431[10] TBD TBD TBD TBD
4 "Storm Clouds" February 27, 2022 0.1 0.404[11] TBD TBD TBD TBD
5 "Take Me Home" March 6, 2022 0.2 0.572[12] TBD TBD TBD TBD
6 "This is Who We Are" March 13, 2022 0.2 0.477[13] TBD TBD TBD TBD
7 "Outrunning a Ghost" March 20, 2022 0.1 0.451[14] TBD TBD TBD TBD
8 "He Ain't Heavy" March 27, 2022 0.1 0.399[15] TBD TBD TBD TBD

References[]

  1. ^ Zorrilla, Mónica Marie (July 7, 2021). "'Power Book IV: Force' Showrunner Robert Munic Leaves Starz Series". Variety. Retrieved February 5, 2022.
  2. ^ Abraham, Mya (January 19, 2022). "50 Cent Releases Official Video For 'Power Book IV: Force' Theme Song, "Power Powder Respect": Watch". VIBE.com. Retrieved February 5, 2022.
  3. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (July 7, 2021). "'Power Book IV: Force': Robert Munic Exits As Showrunner Of Starz Series". Deadline. Retrieved February 5, 2022.
  4. ^ Iannucci, Rebecca (August 4, 2020). "Power: Starz Unveils Premiere Date, New Trailer for Book II: Ghost Spinoff". TVLine. Retrieved August 4, 2020.
  5. ^ Lynch, Jason (October 24, 2021). "Power Creator Courtney A. Kemp Is Netflix-Bound". Retrieved February 5, 2022.
  6. ^ a b Petski, Denise (March 9, 2022). "'Power Book IV: Force' Renewed For Season 2 By Starz With New Showrunner As Series Creator Exits". Deadline. Retrieved March 9, 2022.
  7. ^ a b "Shows A-Z – Power Book IV: Force on Starz". The Futon Critic. Retrieved February 27, 2022.
  8. ^ a b Metcalf, Mitch (February 8, 2022). "ShowBuzzDaily's Sunday 2.6.2022 Top 150 Cable Originals & Network Finals Updated". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved February 8, 2022.
  9. ^ a b Metcalf, Mitch (February 15, 2022). "ShowBuzzDaily's Sunday 2.13.2022 Top 150 Cable Originals & Network Finals Updated". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved February 15, 2022.
  10. ^ a b Metcalf, Mitch (February 23, 2022). "ShowBuzzDaily's Sunday 2.20.2022 Top 150 Cable Originals & Network Finals Updated". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved February 23, 2022.
  11. ^ a b Metcalf, Mitch (March 1, 2022). "ShowBuzzDaily's Sunday 2.27.2022 Top 150 Cable Originals & Network Finals Updated". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved March 1, 2022.
  12. ^ a b Metcalf, Mitch (March 8, 2022). "ShowBuzzDaily's Sunday 3.6.2022 Top 150 Cable Originals & Network Finals Updated". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved March 8, 2022.
  13. ^ a b Metcalf, Mitch (March 15, 2022). "ShowBuzzDaily's Sunday 3.13.2022 Top 150 Cable Originals & Network Finals Updated". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved March 15, 2022.
  14. ^ a b Metcalf, Mitch (March 22, 2022). "ShowBuzzDaily's Sunday 3.20.2022 Top 150 Cable Originals & Network Finals Updated". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved March 22, 2022.
  15. ^ a b Metcalf, Mitch (March 29, 2022). "ShowBuzzDaily's Sunday 3.27.2022 Top 150 Cable Originals & Network Finals Updated". Showbuzz Daily. Retrieved March 29, 2022.
  16. ^ Porter, Rick (August 31, 2020). "Third 'Power' Spinoff Gets Greenlight at Starz". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
  17. ^ Petski, Denise (February 18, 2021). "'Power Book IV: Force': Lili Simmons, Gabrielle Ryan, Tommy Flanagan Among 8 Cast In Starz's Series". Deadline. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
  18. ^ Petski, Denise (May 21, 2021). "'Power Book IV: Force': Jeremih Joins Starz Series As Recurring". Deadline. Retrieved January 25, 2022.
  19. ^ Andreeva, Nellie (July 6, 2021). "'Power Book IV: Force': Robert Munic Exits As Showrunner Of Starz Series". Deadline. Retrieved January 25, 2022.

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