STARZ has officially unveiled the leads for its highly anticipated prequel series Power: Origins, spotlighting the younger versions of fan-favorite characters Ghost and Tommy. Spence Moore (Creed III, “Brilliant Minds”) takes on Ghost, while Charlie Mann (“The Watchers,” “Virdee”) steps into the role of Tommy, originally portrayed by Omari Hardwick and Joseph Sikora in the original Power series.
The announcement promises a thrilling look at the origins of these iconic characters as ambitious young entrepreneurs navigating the streets of New York City, setting the stage for a high-stakes, action-packed narrative. MeKai Curtis (“Power Book III: Raising Kanan”) will reprise his role as Kanan Stark, tying this new installment to the broader Power universe.
Young Ghost and Tommy: A New Chapter Begins
With Spence Moore and Charlie Mann at the helm, Power: Origins dives into the rise of these two legendary figures before they became the power players we know today. STARZ describes the prequel as “a fun, rambunctious exploration of a new time period in the Power franchise,” focusing on the ambition, loyalty, and audacity that shaped Ghost and Tommy into legends.
Sascha Penn serves as showrunner and executive producer, co-writing the pilot with Courtney A. Kemp, the creator of the original series. Executive producers include Kemp, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Mark Canton, Chris Selak, Kevin Fox, and Pete Chatmon, with Lionsgate Television producing for STARZ.
Expanding the Power Universe
Power: Origins marks the fourth spin-off in the popular franchise, following Power Book II: Ghost, Power Book III: Raising Kanan, and Power Book IV: Force. Each spin-off has added layers to the rich, interconnected world that STARZ has cultivated over nearly a decade, ensuring that fans both old and new have plenty to explore.
The series will continue to showcase STARZ’s commitment to bold storytelling for underrepresented audiences while exploring complex character arcs and high-stakes drama that fans have come to expect.
Why Fans Should Be Excited
The casting of Moore and Mann offers fresh energy and perspective, while Curtis’ return maintains continuity with the existing universe. Fans can expect intense drama, smart storytelling, and the same morally complex world that made Power a cultural phenomenon.
As STARZ puts it, Power: Origins promises to explore “the unbridled audacity of young men not just leveling up, but determined to become legends in the game.” For loyal fans and newcomers alike, this prequel looks set to deliver the intrigue, action, and drama that define the Power franchise.
Learn more about Power: Book III Raising Kanan to see how the series ties into the larger Power universe. and Mann stepping into Ghost and Tommy’s shoes, fans will finally see how the unshakable bond between these two characters was forged — and what sacrifices it took to get there.
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