Starz’s Power: Origins: Everything We Know About the New Power Universe Prequel
The Power Universe continues to expand with the arrival of Power: Origins, the highly anticipated upcoming crime drama from Starz. Created by Sascha Penn, the series serves as both a prequel and origin story for two of the franchise’s most iconic characters: James “Ghost” St. Patrick and Thomas “Tommy” Egan.
Set in the late 1990s and early 2000s, Power: Origins will take viewers back to the beginning, exploring how Ghost and Tommy built their reputations and laid the foundation for the criminal empire fans came to know in the original Power series.
With an impressive cast, experienced creative team, and production already underway in New York, the series is shaping up to be one of Starz’s most anticipated upcoming releases.
What Is Starz’s Power: Origins?
Power: Origins is the fourth spin-off and second prequel within the Power Universe. The series explores the early years of Ghost and Tommy as they navigate New York City’s criminal underworld during a transformative period in their lives.
Starz has described the show as:
“A fun, rambunctious exploration of a new time period in the Power franchise.”
The series focuses on the ambition, friendship, and determination that helped shape two young men destined to become legends.
The Story: Ghost and Tommy’s Rise
The prequel follows young Ghost and Tommy during the late 1990s and early 2000s as they begin building their influence and reputation on the streets of New York.
Fans can expect to see the origins of key relationships, rivalries, and decisions that would eventually impact the events of the original Power series and its many spin-offs.
The series also continues the story of Kanan Stark, connecting Power: Origins to Power Book III: Raising Kanan and further expanding the franchise’s interconnected universe.
Cast
Main Cast
- Spence Moore II as James “Ghost” St. Patrick
- Charlie Mann as Thomas “Tommy” Egan
- Mekai Curtis as Kanan Stark
- Zuri Reed as Tasha St. Patrick
Recurring Cast
- Jennifer Ferrin as Kate Egan
- Lizzy DeClement as Jill Wexler
- Lenny Platt as Lenny Seidell
- Armani Gabriel as J-Boogs
- Everett Osborne as Omay Moreau
- Jason Dirden as Traymont Stinson
- Kelly McCreary as Melanie Rivers
- Hill Harper as Burns
- Nadia Dajani as Teresa Boselli
- Damon Gupton as Glover Archibald
- Tonya Pinkins as Grandma Charlayne
- Dominic Rains as Fred Drexel
One of the biggest announcements for longtime fans was the return of Mekai Curtis, who reprises his role as Kanan Stark after starring in Power Book III: Raising Kanan.
Who Is Casting Power: Origins?
Bringing the next generation of Power characters to life requires a highly experienced casting team. Several respected casting professionals are involved in helping shape the series.
Rori Bergman
Rori Bergman serves as one of the casting directors for Power: Origins. Bergman is known for her work on acclaimed productions including The Americans, The Get Down, and Private Life.
Her experience casting complex dramatic characters makes her a strong fit for a project tasked with finding actors capable of portraying younger versions of some of television’s most recognizable crime drama characters.
Karlee Fomalont, CSA
Karlee Fomalont, CSA, is also part of the casting team behind the series. A graduate of NYU Tisch School of the Arts, Fomalont began her career working in casting departments at CBS Primetime NY and ABC Primetime NY before moving into independent casting.
Her experience discovering emerging talent and working on major film and television projects will play a key role in helping assemble the cast of Power: Origins.
Central Casting
Central Casting is also involved with the production and is expected to oversee background performer casting.
As one of the entertainment industry’s leading background casting companies, Central Casting has contributed to thousands of television and film productions. Their work helps create realistic and authentic on-screen environments by supplying background actors, stand-ins, and specialty performers.
For a series set in New York during the late 1990s and early 2000s, background casting will be essential in recreating the atmosphere and energy of the era.
Production Team
The series is created by Sascha Penn, who also serves as showrunner and executive producer.
Executive producers include:
- Courtney A. Kemp
- Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson
- Mark Canton
- Pete Chatmon
- Chris Selak
- Sascha Penn
The series is produced by Lionsgate Television.
Development Timeline
Starz first announced the project in March 2024.
Major milestones include:
- March 2024: Series enters development
- June 2025: Writers’ room opens
- July 2025: Starz officially greenlights the series with an 18-episode order
- September 2025: Ghost and Tommy casting announced
- March 2026: Zuri Reed joins as Tasha St. Patrick
The substantial episode order demonstrates Starz’s confidence in the continued popularity of the Power franchise.
Filming Location
Production on Power: Origins officially began in New York City in December 2025.
Filming in New York allows the series to capture the authentic atmosphere of the city that serves as the backdrop for the story. The location remains a defining element of the Power Universe and plays a major role in shaping the series’ identity.
STARZ ‘Power: Origins’ Open Casting Call
Background Actors for TV Series
Job Description
A television series is now seeking background actors of all ages and ethnicities for paid opportunities filming in New Jersey. No prior acting experience is required, making this a great opportunity for anyone interested in working on a professional television production. Talent will help bring scenes to life while gaining valuable on-set experience. When applying, be sure to use the submission code “origins”.
Job Responsibilities
- Portray background characters in television series scenes
- Follow direction from the production team and assistant directors
- Maintain continuity and professionalism during filming
- Arrive on time and prepared for scheduled workdays
- Help create realistic environments and crowd scenes on set
Requirements
- Open to all ages
- Open to all ethnicities
- No acting experience required
- Must be able to work in New Jersey
- Reliable, professional, and able to follow on-set instructions
- Comfortable working in a television production environment
- Must use submission code “origins” when applying
Compensation
- Paid background acting opportunity
- Work on a professional television series
- Gain on-set experience and industry exposure
- No fees or costs to apply
Why Fans Are Excited About Power: Origins
For years, fans have wanted to know more about how Ghost and Tommy became the powerful figures featured in the original series.
Power: Origins offers an opportunity to explore those early years while expanding the mythology of one of Starz’s most successful television franchises. With a talented cast, experienced production team, and strong connections to existing Power storylines, the series is already generating significant anticipation.
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