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Set in South Jamaica, Queens, in 1991, this prequel to "Power" revolves around the coming of age of Kanan Stark.
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Checked Sep 1, 2026
Power Book III: Raising Kanan is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Philo, Prime Video, STARZ (Via Amazon Prime), STARZ (Via Hulu), Spectrum On Demand, and The Roku Channel in United States. You can also buy it from Amazon, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Use the direct links below to open the provider.
Set in South Jamaica, Queens, in 1991, this prequel to "Power" revolves around the coming of age of Kanan Stark.
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Episode 1
It's 1991 in South Jamaica, Queens, and 15-year-old Kanan Stark is eager to join his family's growing drug business, led by his mother, "Raquel Raq" Thomas.
Directed by Rob HardyGuest stars Antonio Ortiz, Mykey Cooper, Nile Bullock, Donté Grey, Annabelle Zasowski, AnnaLynne McCord, Christian Robinson, Gloria Manning
Episode 2
After a rival crew member is killed, Raq does whatever is necessary to get the target off Kanan's back.
Directed by Mario Van PeeblesGuest stars Antonio Ortiz, Nile Bullock, Annabelle Zasowski, Rosal Colon, Joseph Melendez, AnnaLynne McCord, Hasaan Gilmer, Ade Chike Torbert
Episode 3
Still reeling from a shocking death, Kanan pushes his way into the drug game with Marvin’s help while Raq plots to take down her competition.
Guest stars Antonio Ortiz, Akim Black, David J. Cork, Lawrence Gilliard Jr., Annabelle Zasowski, Tina Benko, AnnaLynne McCord, Quincy Brown
Episode 4
All bets are off when a police raid clears out Raq's competition. Promises are broken, secrets are revealed, and revenge is swift.
Guest stars Antonio Ortiz, Akim Black, Chakeefe Gordon, Walter Mudu, Annabelle Zasowski, Rosal Colon, Joseph Melendez, Kelly Deadmon
Episode 5
Eager to transform her business after the stash house is hit, Raq overhauls her operation. Meanwhile, Kanan is detained after a fight with Scrappy.
Guest stars Antonio Ortiz, Corey Hibbert, Walter Mudu, Annabelle Zasowski, Rosal Colon, Joseph Melendez, Tina Benko, Kelly Deadmon
Episode 6
Lou's new artist showcase becomes the nexus of the rivalry between Raq and Unique. At the same time, Kanan cooks up a drug-selling scheme with Marvin.
Directed by Kieron HawkesWritten by Dylan C. BrownGuest stars Antonio Ortiz, David J. Cork, Lawrence Gilliard Jr., Jaylan Evans, Walter Mudu, Ezra Knight, Annabelle Zasowski, Rosal Colon
Episode 7
Kanan and Marvin's side hustle goes awry. Raq seeks revenge for the attack on Scrappy. Jukebox suffers a devastating blow.
Written by Nina ManniGuest stars Antonio Ortiz, Annabelle Zasowski, Rosal Colon, Stefan Holdbrook, Sharief Johnson, Jasmine Mètivier, Ro Underwood, Jose Guns Alves
Episode 8
Kanan struggles with a harsh truth after word gets back to Raq that hes behind the bad crack on the streets. Jukebox learns the troubling facts behind Nicoles death. Lou finds himself caught in a crossfire.
Directed by Hernán OtañoWritten by Natasha Tash GrayGuest stars Jose Guns Alves, Lars Engstrom, Alana Johnson, Joseph Melendez, Goya Robles, DeLeon Dallas, Thali Georges, CJ Parson
Episode 9
As Lou recovers in the hospital, Marvin seeks revenge. Feeling the pressure, Raq turns to Kanan to take out the biggest threat to their family.
Guest stars Tina Benko, Allyson Kaye Daniel, Kelly Deadmon, Paul Fitzgerald, James Foster, Jr., Stefan Holdbrook, Bowman Wright, Jace Bently
Episode 10
As the situation in the neighborhood turns dire, Raq scrambles to get Kanan out of harm’s way.
Guest stars Antonio Ortiz, AnnaLynne McCord, Rosal Colon, A.J. Franklin, Hasaan Gilmer, Jace Bently, Esau Pritchett, Sharon Washington
Episode information updated Sep 18, 2026
Mekai CurtisKanan Stark
Patina MillerRaquel 'Raq' Thomas
Omar EppsMalcolm Howard
Hailey KilgoreLaVerne 'Jukebox' Ganner
Antonio OrtizShawn 'Famous' Figueroa
Toby SandemanSymphony Bosket
Lovie SimoneDavina Harrison
London BrownMarvin
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