Key Takeaways
- Camila Perez will reprise her role as Young Angie Valdes.
- ‘Power: Origins’ is a prequel to the original ‘Power’ series.
- Production for the first season has been completed.
- The series explores the backstories of iconic characters in the franchise.
Camila Perez Returns to ‘Power’ Universe
Camila Perez is set to return to the ‘Power’ franchise, taking on her previous role as Young Angie Valdes in the upcoming prequel series, ‘Power: Origins’. Perez originally portrayed the character in one episode of the original ‘Power’ series. Lela Loren, who played the adult Angie, was a key figure in the original storyline as a federal prosecutor and the childhood sweetheart of James “Ghost” St. Patrick.
Details on ‘Power: Origins’
‘Power: Origins’ will delve into the early lives of fan-favorite characters Ghost, Tommy, and Kanan, showcasing their ambitions as they navigate the streets of New York City. The series aims to provide a fresh perspective on the ‘Power’ universe, highlighting the audacity and determination of young men striving to make their mark.
Production and Future of the Franchise
Production for the first season of ‘Power: Origins’ has wrapped up, with filming taking place in New York and New Jersey. This new series is the fourth spinoff in the ‘Power’ universe, following ‘Power Book II: Ghost’, ‘Power Book III: Raising Kanan’, and ‘Power Book IV: Force’. A fifth spinoff, titled ‘Power: Legacy’, has also been greenlit, continuing the narrative from ‘Power Book IV: Force’.
Creative Team Behind the Series
Created by Courtney A. Kemp and Sascha Penn, ‘Power: Origins’ is set to be an engaging addition to the franchise. Penn serves as the showrunner and executive producer, with Kemp also involved as an executive producer through her company, End of Episode. The series is produced by Lionsgate Television for Starz.
