A New Chapter for STARZ
STARZ recently celebrated the series premiere of Fightland with a red carpet event at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. The evening brought together the cast and creative team to mark the launch of what the network describes as its first wholly owned series.
Executive producer Curtis 50 Cent Jackson attended the event alongside series stars including Howard Charles, Nicholas Pinnock, and Deborah Ayorinde. They were joined by co-creator and executive producer Marlon Smith and director Sebastian Thiel, as well as key leadership from the network.
Building a New Franchise
During the event, Kathryn Busby, President of Original Programming at STARZ, highlighted the significance of the project. She noted that the series represents a major milestone for the network, emphasizing a commitment to building long-term brand value and delivering premium, franchise-driven content to audiences.
Jackson also addressed the crowd, expressing his enthusiasm for the project. He encouraged attendees to connect with the characters, promising a story filled with emotional stakes and a fresh perspective. The premiere event concluded with a performance by Jackson, who was joined on stage by several musical guests.
How to Watch
The series is set to debut on Friday, July 31. New episodes will be available to stream weekly on the STARZ app and all associated streaming and on-demand platforms. For those watching on linear television, the series will premiere on STARZ at 9:00 PM ET/PT. You can find more information on the official series page.
