50 Cent reveals the 'Power Book' beef between Joseph Sikora and Gianni Paolo is done-done

There’s too much winning happening with ‘Power’ these days for there to be internal issues. So of course 50 Cent is going to step forward to let the world know things are back to business for protégés Joseph Sikora and Gianni Paolo.

50 Cent reveals the ‘Power Book’ feud is officially over

Fifty hit up his Instagram page to make sure everyone knew the latest on his stars’ feelings. 50 acknowledged a “‘Power’ Stars Joseph Sikora & Gianni Paolo Squash Beef Ahead Of New Season’ headline and made sure to keep things moving.

‘My boy’s chilled out we good over here now. 👀who the fvck made this picture TMZ damn ! LOL #bransoncognac #lecheminduroi

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Here's a 'Power Book IV: Force' sneak peek from Episode 8

Can you believe we’re already nearly 10 episodes deep into ‘Power Book IV: Force’ at this point? The series has kicked off in insane fashion and yet to slow down. In celebration of the series continuing to ignite excitement and fun, Attack The Culture has a sneak peek into the upcoming episode.

Check out the details and watch some action in the teaser clip at the bottom.

STARZ is excited to unveil a sneak peek clip from the next episode of “Power Book IV: Force” premiering Sunday, March 27, at midnight on the STARZ app, all STARZ streaming and on-demand platforms and internationally on the STARZPLAY premium streaming platform in more than 63 countries across Asia, Canada, Europe, Latin America and Southeast Asia. On linear, it will debut on STARZ at 8:00pm ET/PT in the U.S. and Canada. In “He Ain’t Heavy,” Tommy (Joseph Sikora) learns more shocking details about his family and realizes the news could potentially affect his business.

For some reason the Instagram embed doens’t always load up so the Twitter one is rocking below, too.

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Joseph Sikora's 'Power Book IV: Force' is coming back for season 2

Don't worry, it doesn’t all end when the ‘Power Book IV: Force’ finale airs later this year. STARZ has officially hit the green light to keep the Tommy Egan story going by renewing the series for a second season.

Joseph Sikora’s ‘Power Book IV: Force’ is coming for round 2

After breaking massive records from its premiere alone, STARZ has blessed the ‘Power’ universe with the huge renewal announcement.

STARZ Original Series “Power Book IV: Force” has been renewed for a second season. The third spinoff in the “Power” franchise debuted February 6 as the most-watched premiere ever in STARZ history with 3.3M multiplatform views in the U.S. alone. The season premiere of “Power Book IV: Force” broke app viewership records delivering the most-watched day on the STARZ app and on linear as the highest-rated premiere – both in the network’s history.

‘Power Book IV: Force’ star Anthony Fleming III made sure to react to the huge news on social media.

“Gonna be twice as nice for Season 2❗️❗️❗️Power Fam…we comin’ back. And it’s because of you. YES, YOU❗️❗️❗️🙏🏾♥️Can’t wait to get back in the kitchen to start cookin’ up more of The Tommy Show aka Power Book IV: Force❗️🔥🔥🔥❗️Big ♥️ and never ending 🙏🏾goes to @50cent @courtneyakemp@markcanton @shanasteinprod @bartwenrich150@josephsikora4 @tommyflanaganofficial@msgabrielleryan @liliflower33 @brightlyte21@ahmadnferguson @guyvanswearingen@krisdlofton @isaackeys @theshaneharper & everybody involved with this special, record setting show👊🏾♥️🙏🏾”

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STARZ knows the world needs more Tommy

made sure to provide some insight into the motivation for keeping the pedal to the metal for a second season.

“Fans have been eagerly awaiting Joseph’s return as the iconic ‘Tommy Egan’ and from the show’s record-setting debut, it was clear right away that they want to see another season of him taking on this new city,” said Jeffrey Hirsch, President and CEO at STARZ. “We are thrilled to have Joseph back in the ‘Power’ Universe and to be expanding the world with a new tapestry of power players brought to life by our fantastic cast.”

The entire ‘Power Book IV: Force’ cast are amazing

A little selfish plugging, anyone? Before the series premiered to the masses, the ‘Power Book IV: Force’ cast chopped it up with Attack The Culture and couldn’t hold back on how excited they were for the world to witness some superb acting and storytelling with their new series.

Here's a sneak peek from this Sunday's 'Power Book IV: Force' episode

If you’re not up on ‘Power Book IV: Force’ yet, please rest assured it’s time to nix your weekend goals and get your three-episode binge on. But if you are like the rest of the entertainment heads on ATC, you are keeping tabs on the best STARZ show airing these days and it’s only right we take a look at what’s brewing for the new series’ fourth episode.

Here’s a ‘Power Book IV: Force’ episode 4 sneak peek

As this show’s storyline keeps intensifying and the expectations for what’s to come grow, this teaser clip from ‘Storm Clouds’ gives us a one-on-one conversation between Joseph Sikora’s Tommy Egan and immediate show favorite Isaac Keys’ Diamond.

STARZ is excited to unveil a sneak peek clip from the fourth episode of “Power Book IV: Force,” airing Sunday, February 27, at 8:00pm ET/PT on STARZ, and streaming on the STARZ App at midnight. In “Storm Clouds,” when Tommy’s former foe turned friend is at the mercy of a notorious criminal organization, who resurface to reclaim what’s theirs, loyalties are tested.

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Power Book IV, Power Book IV, read all about it

In case you’re really just now getting caught up on what ‘Power Book IV: Force’ is all about, kick back and check out the details on the star-studded production and what expectations every ‘Power’ fan should have.

“Power Book IV: Force” centers on fan-favorite character Tommy Egan, played by Joseph Sikora, after he cuts ties and puts New York in his rearview mirror for good. As Tommy leaves New York after losing Ghost, LaKeisha and the only city he's ever known, he makes a quick detour to close an old wound that’s been haunting him for decades. What was supposed to be a quick stop turns into a labyrinth of family secrets and lies Tommy thought were long buried.  One step leads to another and Tommy quickly finds himself in Chicago's drug game, inserting himself between the city's two biggest crews. In a city divided by race, Tommy straddles the line, ultimately becoming the lynchpin that not only unites them - but holds the POWER to watch them crumble. As the first season unfolds at breakneck speed, Tommy uses his outsider status to his advantage, breaking all the local rules and rewriting them on his quest to become the biggest drug dealer in Chicago.

The  “Power Book IV: Force” cast includes Isaac Keys (“Get Shorty,” “The Oath”), Lili Simmons (“Banshee,” “Ray Donovan”), Gabrielle Ryan (“The Haves and the Have Nots,” “Bonding”), STARZ Original series “Hightown” alum Shane Harper (“A Teacher”), Kris D. Lofton (“Ballers,” “Empire”), Anthony Fleming III (“Prison Break,” The Beast), Lucien Cambric (“Chicago P.D.,” “The Chi”) and Tommy Flanagan (“Sons of Anarchy,” Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2).

“Power Book IV: Force” is executive produced by Courtney A. Kemp and Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. The “Power” Universe series are executive produced by “Power” creator and showrunner Courtney A. Kemp through her production company End of Episode, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson through G-Unit Film and Television, and Mark Canton through Atmosphere Entertainment MM. End of Episode’s Chris Selak, Shana Stein and Bart Wenrich also executive produce. Lionsgate Television produces the series for STARZ.

Power Book IV: Force's Joseph Sikora talks new series, Tom Brady comparison and more (Exclusive)

The wait is officially over. The much-needed next chapter in the ‘Power Universe’ has arrived with Joseph Sikora a.k.a. Tommy Egan’s ‘Power Book IV: Force’ spin-off series officially launching today. Attack The Culture had the most amazing opportunity to chop it up with everyone’s favorite on-screen bad boy to talk about continuing the ‘Power’ franchise forward with a taste of his hometown of Chicago, Hollywood veterans and newcomers uniting and putting together a show built for a long run.

There’s endless epic moments in this conversation you can’t help but embrace. Without further ado, allow the legendary Mr. Sikora dish on STARZ’s latest takeover from the minds of executives 50 Cent and Courtney Kemp.

I don’t know if you’ve had this comparison yet but despite being a Giants head I see you sort of as a Tom Brady figure in this position that you’re in in the sense you’re a veteran at this, you’ve been doing this for a very long time as Drake would say, but man, you’ve got the youngsters of Anthony Fleming and Lucien [Cambric] and Isaac Keys who did little parts and then you have veterans like Tommy [Flanagan] and Lili [Simmons] and Gabrielle [Ryan] all together in what seems like it’s going to be a championship run - who knows, more and more seasons, talk about the excitement of just having all that pressure on your back and then flexing with it.

Joseph: I think you hit the nail on the head. There’s so much less pressure because the ensemble is so strong. Everybody is incredible. Kris Lofton is an amazing actor - of course Isaac Keys as you mentioned, we have some Chicago veteran theater actors who are amazing too - Anthony Fleming III - we have a really tight ensemble and that takes a lot of the pressure off of me and gives me the chance to just play.

I have to ask you, who has impressed you the most? I know you’re like a father figure and you love everyone but there’s so much new, raw talent out there. Has it been some of the veterans, some of the newbies, Anthony’s a close friend of yours, getting him that spotlight, who’s been kind of blowing you away a little bit?

Joseph: Yo man, you did your research and I really appreciate that. You know who blew me away? I’m going to give you two actors. One old head and one young boy. Tommy Flanagan is unbelievable. He’s just a true force of nature and I always love and tell Tommy, ‘I never know what’s going to come out of your mouth. I don’t think you know what’s going to come out of your mouth.’ It’s the line but you don’t know how the cadence is going to go, what little isms he’s going to add into the line. He’s truly a phenomenal actor and a pleasure to be around.

And then Ahmad Ferguson in the show. He’s a young boy in the show and you will see him alongside D-Macs, he’s D-Macs’ partner and Ahmad is just super in the pocket. Chicago native. It’s a pleasure to have this young fellow and he’s really stepping it up.

For you being there since day one, seeing this evolution. Some people thought ‘Oh wow, after six seasons it’s over.’ But these spin-offs have not only been successful but they’ve been thoroughly embraced from social media to just the diehard fans and now to finally get this, man, we finally get the Tommy show. Just kind of sitting back and getting this amazing evolution, just ending it on that question. Your overall take and sky’s the limit?

Joseph: Yeah, sky is the limit. I can remember the first day, the first shot that we ever did of the ‘Power’ show was me and JR Ramirez who played Julio who has gone on to do huge things. It was great. We were pulling up on Woodside, Queens and we had just met Dominic Colon and the Tainos and doing that, playing the dominos in the backyard. That was the first shot of the series and I can still remember that like it was yesterday, like no time has gone on. It’s hard to imagine that it’s been eight years since we did that first scene.

It’s been incredible. I’m looking forward to it. Giving the fans what they want. I also think that shows there’s more to Tommy to discover. I loved just going deeper into the character and finding out more about him in a different city and to truly become the ‘Power’ universe I think we had to leave New York. And what better way to leave New York than the person who’s whole identity is New York City? Tommy Egan.

Check out the full interview below and look out for new episodes of ‘Power Book IV: Force’ Sundays on STARZ.

If you love to nerd out on dope imagery, check out a few snapshots from the ‘Power Book IV: Force’ series featuring Joseph Sikora’s Tommy Egan.

Power Book IV: Force's Anthony Fleming III and Lucien Cambric can't wait for Feb 6 premiere (Exclusive)

The long-awaited premiere for ‘Power Book IV: Force’ is finally here! In celebration for the must-see series and latest edition to the franchise STARZ executives Courtney A. Kemp and 50 Cent have created, Attack The Culture had the exclusive opportunity to connect with standout cast members Anthony Fleming III and Lucien Cambric to dish on the new series.

From talking about Chicago’s culture getting a full-fledged spotlight to their first encounters with what ‘Power’ is all about, Anthony and Lucien give their real and honest excitement about the ‘Power Universe’ expanding to their hometown.

When was your intro to the ‘Power Universe’ - was it back in 2014 or was it with the ‘Power Book’ spin-offs? What was your intro to this whole ‘Power’ craziness?

Anthony: It was probably around season three. I didn’t really watch the show before that but I’ve known Joe Sikora for 20 years. He’s from Chicago, I’m from Chicago. We’ve worked together here in Chicago. We came up together in theater. I knew ‘of’ the show and then I just started kind of watching it more and more and then when I got cast, it was all about marathoning the show and I love it.

Lucien: Me and my family have been watching it since 2014. Back then I was in high school so me and my family would watch it every Sunday morning. We’d watch every show. We’ve been watching it since the first episode.

Just from the premiere episode, we see so many landmarks and it just seems like Chicago culture more than anything is going to be embraced more than anything with this series.

Anthony: Oh man, most definitely. I’m a son of Chicago. I’m from there, I live there currently and to see my city repped like this with a show like this is amazing. They say Chicago is a city that both fills your heart and breaks your heart at the same time and we’re definitely going to find that as we see the next movement of Tommy Egan.

Lucien: Chicago is the perfect place. I feel like Chicago is the perfect place to film the show ‘Power’ because of the vibes and the energy of the show matches the energy of Chicago. I’m from Chicago so I love that they put the city on and it’s opening a lot of doors for the people that live here.

What about the music as well? I want to tell you guys, I want to be a little bias because I love Lil Durk and Jeremih but the intro might be the best ‘Power’ intro we’ve had thus far. But even in the first episode we have Vic Mensa, his music is on there. Do you guys embrace having such an amazing soundtrack and 50 Cent behind the scenes as well?

Anthony: Most definitely. Music in Chicago is huge. Music is a big influence in our city and it’s diverse, too. It’s not just hip-hop in the show. As we get deeper into the show, we see a lot of different genres of music and they all work and they all fit and they all help to elevate and tell our story.

Lucien: I couldn’t agree any more. Music is such a big part about Chicago culture and for them to put Chicago artists on the theme song is incredible. It’s an honor.

Check out the full video below and find out what both Anthony and Lucien hope fans take away the most from the premiere ‘Power Book IV: Force’ premiere episode through this new series’ wild journey. And reminder, the show premieres Sunday, February 6 exclusively on STARZ.

Power Book IV: Force's Lili Simmons + Tommy Flanagan promise Flynn Family's very dangerous (Exclusive)

The long-awaited premiere for ‘Power Book IV: Force’ is finally here! In celebration for the must-see series and latest edition to the franchise STARZ executives Courtney A. Kemp and 50 Cent have created, Attack The Culture had the exclusive opportunity to connect with superstar cast members Lili Simmons and Tommy Flanagan to tease 'Power' fans about the new series.

From talking about their own introductions to the 'Power Universe' and how viewers should be ready for one of the most dangerous crime families we've seen in 'Power' thus far with Chicago's Flynn Family to baring it all for the sake of storytelling, Lili and Tommy deliver an exclusive you have to see to truly believe.

How do you describe the Flynn Family? One episode in and I don’t know if I love them, I hate them, there’s humor to them, there’s chaos, there’s a lot of sensual stuff going on. How would you describe the Flynn Family?

Lili: The Flynn Family is a force to be reckoned with, no pun intended. I think Tommy has been saying this, they’ve been around for 30 years in Chicago so they’re obviously doing something right if they’re not dead. [My character] Claudia and [fictional brother] Vic have been taught by their father, they’ve been a part of this world their whole life so they know what’s going on. Tommy Egan coming, they see him from a mile away. You better watch out.

Tommy: Walter Flynn and the whole family, like Lili said, they’ve been around so you don’t get into the position without knowing a thing or two. So for Tommy to show up and try and take over, it’s not going to happen. It’s not going to happen. Good luck Tommy Egan. Welcome to f*cking Chicago, son.

Stepping out of those characters for just a moment, what was your intro to ‘Power?’ Was it all the way back in 2014, was it when the ‘Power Book’ series and spin-offs started happening. When did you really get like, ‘Wow, this is a pretty crazy series and show?’

Lili: I started hearing about it as soon as it started airing. I had already known Joseph Sikora before. Loved him. So talented and he’s such an incredible human. I hadn’t watched it until I got the audition and then I was like, ‘Okay, I’ve got to know what’s going on in this world.’ I binged the whole thing. I couldn’t stop. And then I was like, ‘Well, I better get this role because I’m obsessed,’ and thankfully I’m here.

Tommy: I knew of the show, obviously with 50 and Courtney A. Kemp, she’s become an icon now. It’s just a huge world. I was aware of it but I wasn’t aware of the show and I started watching it but then I decided to back off of it for a while and just let Walter know Tommy Egan his own way rather than having that knowledge in the back of my head but now that I have time on my hands, I’ve gone back and I’ve watched the shows and they’re so f*cking addicted and so good and so well-acted and directed, it’s a good world. Phenomenal.

One last thing for the both of you, we’ve got to talk about the intimacy. I feel like everyone has to sign that disclosure that says if I am on this series, I’m willing to just bare it all for the sake of the storyline. Claudia’s character, oh my gosh, craziness in episode one. I just want to get your take, Lili, on your state and you’re a veteran at this and of course if we’ll see if Walter Flynn will bare it all.

Lili: I’ve done it before. It’s a scene. It’s another scene. You prepare for it like it’s a scene and bodies are bodies and you know, that’s it. Really.

Tommy: Of course you are [going to get a naked Walter Flynn]. He walks around his mansion butt naked all the time. So yeah, don’t worry. Season two.

Check out the full video below to see Lili Simmons and Tommy Flanagan glow with Hollywood vibes and share some hilarious laughs throughout the interview. ‘Power Book IV: Force’ premieres Sunday, February 6 exclusively on STARZ.

Here's a huge 'Power Book IV: Force' premiere episode sneak peek

As if you really needed more motivation and hype to get excited about the latest chapter in the ‘Power’ universe unfolding, the amazing folks at STARZ come through clutch with a huge sneak peek from this Sunday’s ‘Power Book IV: Force’ premiere.

Here’s a ‘Power Book IV: Force’ sneak peek

This sneak peek paints all types of pictures for the diehard ‘Power’ fans. The show’s star Joseph Sikora’s Tommy Egan character is alive and well but finds himself in a very dicey situation. Or possibly gearing up for a super dicey situation with something to do with the almighty Flynn family.

About the Flynn Family

Fortunately for all you loyal Attack The Culture heads out there, we have an inside scoop on the Flynn family so you don’t have to ponder until this Sunday to understand what the sneak peek is referring to. Both ‘Power Book IV: Force’ stars Lili Simmons and Tommy Flanagan spoke to ATC about why Tommy might be in over his head with the Flynn family.

Lili specifically warned ‘Power’ fans about preparing to see the Flynn crew in full action.

“The Flynn Family is a force to be reckoned with, no pun intended. I think Tommy has been saying this, they’ve been around for 30 years in Chicago so they’re obviously doing something right if they’re not dead. [My character] Claudia and [fictional brother] Vic have been taught by their father, they’ve been a part of this world their whole life so they know what’s going on. Tommy Egan coming, they see him from a mile away. You better watch out.”

Flanagan didn’t bite his tongue about the leader of the Flynn family taking charge in ‘Power Book IV: Force.’

“Walter Flynn and the whole family, like Lili said, they’ve been around so you don’t get into the position without knowing a thing or two. So for Tommy to show up and try and take over, it’s not going to happen. It’s not going to happen. Good luck Tommy Egan. Welcome to f*cking Chicago, son.”

The rundown on the new ‘Power’ spin-off series

In case you’re still getting put on to what the latest ‘Power Book’ chapter is all about, we have the full rundown for you ahead of Sunday’s premiere.

“Power Book IV: Force” centers on fan-favorite character Tommy Egan, played by Joseph Sikora, after he cuts ties and puts New York in his rearview mirror for good. As Tommy leaves New York after losing Ghost, LaKeisha and the only city he's ever known, he makes a quick detour to close an old wound that’s been haunting him for decades. What was supposed to be a quick stop turns into a labyrinth of family secrets and lies Tommy thought were long buried.  One step leads to another and Tommy quickly finds himself in Chicago's drug game, inserting himself between the city's two biggest crews. In a city divided by race, Tommy straddles the line, ultimately becoming the lynchpin that not only unites them - but holds the POWER to watch them crumble. As the first season unfolds at breakneck speed, Tommy uses his outsider status to his advantage, breaking all the local rules and rewriting them on his quest to become the biggest drug dealer in Chicago.

50 Cent promises 'Power Book IV: Force' is going to knock the competition out

New York rapper 50 Cent really can’t lose these days. While he won’t be the ‘face’ of ‘Power Book IV: Force,’ Curtis Jackson knows his upcoming Joseph Sikora-starring series is going to be a problem for its competition all winter ‘22.

50 Cent promises 'Power Book IV: Force’ is going to be a big deal

Fifty hit up his Instagram page to share a promo shot of the show plugging its February 6 premiere. 50 even joked about any other shows contemplating waiting until after the series runs before airing as its rival.

“Now you know This sh*t is gonna 💣blow💨🤔if i was on another show i would say, can’t we just wait unit this sh*t is over 🤦‍♂️ LOL 🚦GreenLightGang 🎯bulls eye I don’t miss! @bransoncognac @lecheminduroi”

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The new ‘Power Book IV: Force’ trailer looks insane

After major teasing, STARZ has released a must-see look at the series with a jam-packed trailer. From leaving the Big Apple to opening up shop elsewhere, the plot details look solid.

50 Cent’s STARZ shows are doing extremely well

A few days ago, 50 hit up his Instagram page to share a snapshot at his series on a ‘2021 to-date Top 10 Highest Rated Scripted Cable Series Among Black Homes’ list. Needless to say, Curtis Jackson’s shows occupy the top spots.

“They can’t f*ck with me i’m #1 #2 and #3 💣BOOM💨🚦GreenLightGang @bransoncognac @lecheminduroi”