50 Cent's Life Story Coming to Hulu in Three-Part Documentary

The definitive docuseries will chronicle the rapper's rise from Queens to global stardom and business mogul status.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 12:25am

An abstract close-up photograph of shattered glass fragments reflecting a faint red light, conveying the gritty, high-stakes nature of a rap superstar's journey.The documentary series will offer an intimate look at the adversity and challenges 50 Cent has overcome to become a dominant force in music, film, and popular culture.Queens Today

Rapper and entertainment mogul 50 Cent is the subject of an upcoming three-part documentary series coming to Hulu. The definitive docuseries will take viewers through 50 Cent's journey from his humble beginnings growing up in Queens, New York to achieving global rap stardom and evolving into a successful businessman and Hollywood titan with his production company G-Unit Film & Television.

Why it matters

50 Cent has become a prominent figure in hip-hop and pop culture over the past two decades, known for his music, acting roles, and business ventures. This documentary series will provide an intimate and revealing look at his life story and the adversity he has overcome to make a lasting impact.

The details

The as-yet-untitled documentary series is being directed by Mandon Lovett, who previously helmed The French Montana Story: For Khadija. It will be executive produced by 50 Cent alongside Patrick Altem. In addition to the documentary, 50 Cent is set to star in the upcoming Street Fighter reboot film, where he will perform his own stunts, and plans to contribute music to the film's soundtrack, including a collaboration with Eminem.

  • 50 Cent first rose to fame in the early 2000s with his debut album Get Rich or Die Tryin'.
  • The three-part documentary series is slated to premiere on Hulu in 2026.

The players

50 Cent

A Grammy-winning rapper, actor, and entrepreneur who has become a dominant figure in hip-hop and pop culture over the past two decades.

Mandon Lovett

The director of the upcoming 50 Cent documentary series, known for his previous work on The French Montana Story: For Khadija.

Patrick Altem

The executive producer of the 50 Cent documentary series, working alongside 50 Cent.

Eminem

A Grammy-winning rapper who is expected to collaborate with 50 Cent on music for the upcoming Street Fighter film.

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What they’re saying

“I'm gonna get @eminem on deck to make some music for this movie Street Fighter. New Music on the way!”

— 50 Cent

What’s next

The 50 Cent documentary series is expected to premiere on Hulu in 2026, providing an in-depth look at the rapper's life and career. Fans can also look forward to 50 Cent's appearance in the upcoming Street Fighter film, where he will perform his own stunts and contribute to the soundtrack.

The takeaway

This documentary series will offer a rare, intimate portrait of one of hip-hop's most influential and successful figures, chronicling 50 Cent's journey from the streets of Queens to global stardom and business success. It promises to provide valuable insight into the adversity and challenges he has overcome to make a lasting impact on music, film, and popular culture.