Godfather Of Harlem Apr 2026

The series is anchored by powerful performances from a veteran cast:

Godfather of Harlem is a critically acclaimed crime drama series that premiered on September 29, 2019, on MGM+ (formerly Epix). It follows the dramatized life of infamous real-life crime boss as he attempts to reclaim his territory in 1960s Harlem after serving ten years in Alcatraz . Series Overview Godfather of Harlem

The show serves as a prequel to the 2007 film American Gangster . Set in the early 1960s, it portrays a Harlem in social upheaval, where Bumpy Johnson must navigate a treacherous landscape of Italian mobsters, corrupt police, and the burgeoning Civil Rights Movement. Key Characters and Cast The series is anchored by powerful performances from