50 Cent is bringing his entire life story to Hulu in a three-part documentary that traces his rise from Queens to becoming a global entertainment mogul.
50 Cent is bringing his life story to Hulu in a three-part documentary that will trace his journey from the streets of Queens to becoming a global entertainment mogul.
The series will follow Curtis Jackson’s journey from young dreamer struggling to survive in one of New York’s toughest neighborhoods to a Grammy-winning artist with hits like “In da Club” and “Candy Shop” while building G-Unit Film & Television into a major production company.
This isn’t the first time the 50s have told important stories behind the camera. He most recently produced Netflix’s Sean Combs: The Reckoning, which gave him experience in the documentary space and demonstrated his ability to craft narratives that resonate with audiences.
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Now, he’s turning the lens inward, with Variety reporting that the project will be directed by Mandon Lovett, whose credits include The Boy in Blue and French Montana Story: For Khadija.
The synopsis describes it as a series that “portrays a character who continues to transform conflict and adversity into lasting cultural impact,” which basically sums up the entire 50 Cent story in one sentence.
In addition to music, the 1950s established an acting career that was as influential as his rap catalog.
His 2005 film Get Rich or Die Tryin’ was loosely based on his own life and was named after his 2003 album, in which he played Marcus Grier, a drug dealer trying to make a name for himself in hip-hop.
He also executive produced and starred in the hit series “Power” and his resume includes the upcoming “Street Fighter” movie.
The documentary will likely touch on how he remains relevant in multiple industries while constantly reinventing himself.
The production team includes IPC’s executive producers Eli Holzman and Aaron Saidman, with Patrick Altema serving as showrunner. This is a serious operation with real industry clout behind it, not a quick cash grab.
Hulu’s documentary slate is already stacked with projects like Thank U, Goodnight: The Bon Jovi Story and The Road Diaries: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, so the ’50s series fits right in with their strategy of bringing major cultural figures to the platform.
The as-yet-untitled project represents another big move for 50, who continues to prove that his business acumen may be sharper than his rap skills. The show is expected to premiere in 2026.
