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Rick James Biographical Series in Development From UCP

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16.12.2020 - 23:15

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Joe Otterson TV ReporterA series based on the life of music icon Rick James is in the works at Universal Content Productions (UCP).The series is currently titled “Super Freak.” It is described as a funkadelic mix of music biopic and true crime, chronicling James’ plans for a comeback in the early 1990s amidst a heated trial that threatened to destroy his legacy.No network or streaming service is currently attaced to the series, which will be written and executive produced by Randy McKinnon.

McKinnon’s past credits include shows like “Chambers,” and “Grand Army.” He is also set to adapt the memoir “Notes From a Young Black Chef” as a feature starring Lakeith Stanfield.McKinnon is repped by Grandview and Jackoway Tyerman.

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