Episode 1
BACK IN THE DAY
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.
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TV series
Power Book III: Raising Kanan
2021TV-MA5 seasons8.0 / 10
The truth hurts.
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 Jul 22, 2026
Power Book III: Raising Kanan is available to stream on DirecTV On Demand, Philo, STARZ (Via Amazon Prime), STARZ (Via Hulu), Spectrum On Demand, Prime Video, 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.
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Synopsis
Set in South Jamaica, Queens, in 1991, this prequel to "Power" revolves around the coming of age of Kanan Stark.
Season 1 episodes
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Episode 2
REAPING AND SOWING
After a rival crew member is killed, Raq does whatever is necessary to get the target off Kanan's back.
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Episode 3
STICK AND MOVE
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.
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Episode 4
DON'T SLEEP
All bets are off when a police raid clears out Raq's competition. Promises are broken, secrets are revealed, and revenge is swift.
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Episode 5
CHOOSE YOUR BATTLES
Eager to transform her business after the stash house is hit, Raq overhauls her operation. Meanwhile, Kanan is detained after a fight with Scrappy.
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Episode 6
LEVEL UP
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.
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Episode 7
STAY IN YOUR LANE
Kanan and Marvin's side hustle goes awry. Raq seeks revenge for the attack on Scrappy. Jukebox suffers a devastating blow.
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Episode 8
THE COST OF BUSINESS
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.
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Episode 9
LOYAL TO THE END
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.
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Episode 10
PAID IN FULL
As the situation in the neighborhood turns dire, Raq scrambles to get Kanan out of harm’s way.
Where to watch Power Book III: Raising KananEpisode information updated Jul 22, 2026
More about Power Book III: Raising Kanan
Cast
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 BrownMarvinCredits
- Created by
- Sascha Penn, 50 Cent
- Written by
- Nina Manni, Dylan C. Brown, Natasha Tash Gray, Naja Rayne, Albert Minnis
Production details
- Status
- Returning Series
- Series type
- Scripted
- Episodes
- 48
- Original language
- English
Networks & production
STARZUnited States- End of EpisodeUnited States
G-Unit Film & TelevisionUnited States
Lionsgate TelevisionUnited States- Ballpoint Productions
- Atmosphere TelevisionUnited States
Themes
1990sabsurdclichénew york cityprequel
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