A talent search is underway for the upcoming drama web television miniseries by Imagine TV and Hulu, Wu-Tang: An American Saga. The series is created by RZA and Alex Tse who are expected to write for the series and executive produce alongside Brian Grazer, Francie Calfo, and Method Man. Consulting producers are set to consist of Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa and GZA as well as the estate of Ol’ Dirty Bastard. On October 11, 2018, it was announced that Hulu had given the production a series order consisting of ten episodes. Filming will take place in New York.
A national talent search has gone out seeking 5 MALES to be SERIES REGULARS in upcoming scripted series.
- DENNIS – (DENNIS “D-LOVE” COLES) Male, African American, 19 but already a man, Dennis “D-Love” Coles is a loving kid who would do anything to protect his friends and family. When he’s not taking care of his two younger brothers while his mom drinks herself to sleep, Dennis takes his role in Divine’s crew seriously, he’ll step up to any challenge if he feels threatened.
- BOBBY – (BOBBY DIGGS) Male, 19, African American, creative and thoughtful underneath a hardened exterior, Bobby Diggs is accustomed to street life but can’t let go of his dreams about music. He’d rather mess with loops and records, but knows he has to step up in order to provide for his family. Having been raised on a farm by his uncle, Bobby has a different outlook on life than his friends and brothers.
- DIVINE – (DIVINE) Male, 22, African American, clean cut and serious, Divine wears the uniform of a street boss. At a young age, he’s become a name to be remembered, but is ready to move a step up. He keeps a tight watch on his crew, often coming down hard on his little brother, Bobby. When Divine gets locked up, he tries to keep the operation moving from behind bars.
- SHA RADER – (SHA RADER) Male, 19, African American, down on his luck but would never tell anyone about it, Sha Rader is Power Grant’s gunner, a kid who grew up on the streets who now wields a gun without blinking. He’s still got some innocence to him, however, and his friendship with Bobby makes it tough to carry out his orders.
- POWER GRANT – (POWER GRANT) 20s, Male, African American, quiet and focused to an unsettling degree, Power Grant is the top dog of Park Hill, an area in the projects that he and his gang control.
Submissions are being accepted by way of online self-submission video and talent reps via https://www.castittalent.com
**Submission deadline is November 30th 2018.