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Hulu Greenlights 50 Cent Documentary Series
The three-part project will chronicle the rapper's journey from Queens streets to global stardom.
Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:03pm
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Shattered glass and glittering shards capture the raw energy and determination behind 50 Cent's journey from the streets to global stardom.Queens TodayHulu has ordered a new documentary series that will explore the life and career of rapper 50 Cent. The three-part project will trace his rise from the streets of Queens, New York to becoming a global superstar.
Why it matters
50 Cent is one of the most influential and successful rappers of the 2000s, known for his gritty street persona and business savvy. This documentary series provides an in-depth look at his journey from a troubled youth to a multi-platinum recording artist and multimedia entrepreneur.
The details
The as-yet-untitled 50 Cent documentary series will delve into the rapper's early life in the Queens borough of New York City, his involvement in the drug trade, and his transition into the music industry. The project will feature never-before-seen archival footage and new interviews to chronicle 50 Cent's meteoric rise to fame with his debut album 'Get Rich or Die Tryin'.
- 50 Cent first gained attention in the late 1990s as a protégé of Eminem and Dr. Dre.
- His debut album 'Get Rich or Die Tryin'' was released in 2003 and went on to sell over 12 million copies worldwide.
- Hulu announced the new documentary series order in April 2026.
The players
50 Cent
A Grammy-winning rapper, actor, and entrepreneur who rose to fame in the early 2000s with his debut album 'Get Rich or Die Tryin''.
Hulu
A major streaming platform that has commissioned the new documentary series on 50 Cent's life and career.
What they’re saying
“50 Cent's journey is the stuff of legend. This documentary series will give viewers an unfiltered look at his rise from the streets of Queens to the heights of global fame.”
— Craig Erwich, Head of Originals, Hulu
What’s next
The three-part 50 Cent documentary series is expected to premiere on Hulu in late 2027 or early 2028.
The takeaway
This new documentary series on 50 Cent's life and career provides a rare, in-depth look at one of hip-hop's most iconic and influential figures, shedding light on his humble beginnings, his struggles, and the relentless drive that propelled him to superstardom.
