50 Cent Announces New Documentary on His Life and Rap Career

The three-part series will chronicle the hip-hop icon's rise from the streets of Queens to global stardom.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 7:40pm

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Rapper and entrepreneur 50 Cent, born Curtis Jackson, has confirmed that he is working on a new documentary series about his life and career. The three-part docu-series will air on the Hulu streaming platform and will provide an intimate portrait of 50 Cent's journey from his humble beginnings in Queens, New York to becoming one of the best-selling rap artists in hip-hop history.

Why it matters

As one of the most influential and successful rappers of the 2000s, 50 Cent's life story is sure to captivate audiences and offer a rare, unfiltered look at the challenges and triumphs that shaped his rise to fame and status as a global cultural icon. The documentary will provide fans with a definitive account of 50 Cent's life in his own words, giving him the opportunity to tell his story on his own terms.

The details

The untitled documentary series is being produced by 50 Cent's own production company, G-Unit Film & Television, in partnership with The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC). Filmmaker Mandon Lovett, known for directing projects like Paramount+'s 'For Khadija: The French Montana Story' and Hulu's 'Rap Caviar Presents', has been tapped to helm the three-part series. The documentary will chronicle 50 Cent's life from his upbringing in the tough streets of Queens, New York, to overcoming being shot nine times, and his relentless work ethic that propelled him to become one of the best-selling rap artists of all time.

  • 50 Cent confirmed the documentary project on his Instagram on April 8, 2026.
  • The three-part docu-series is currently in production, but no premiere date has been announced.

The players

50 Cent

Rapper, entrepreneur, and executive producer of the upcoming documentary series about his life and career.

Mandon Lovett

Filmmaker who has been tapped to direct the 50 Cent documentary series.

G-Unit Film & Television

50 Cent's production company that is co-producing the documentary series.

The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC)

Production company that is co-producing the documentary series alongside G-Unit Film & Television.

Hulu

The Disney-owned streaming platform that will air the 50 Cent documentary series.

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What they’re saying

“Positive vibes [money bag emoji] focus on the win QGTM [face with raised eyebrow emoji].”

— 50 Cent

What’s next

The documentary series is currently in production, but no specific premiere date on Hulu has been announced yet. Fans will have to stay tuned for more updates on the release of the highly anticipated 50 Cent documentary.

The takeaway

This documentary series will provide 50 Cent's fans and hip-hop enthusiasts with a rare, unfiltered look into the life and career of one of the most influential and successful rappers of the 2000s. By telling his story in his own words, 50 Cent will have the opportunity to cement his legacy and inspire others who have faced adversity on their path to success.