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Power Book III: Raising Kanan

Synopsis

Stepping back into 1991’s South Jamaica, Queens, ‘Raising Kanan’ launches us into the gritty prelude of the famed ‘Power‘ series. It’s here we plunge into the turbulent life of Kanan Stark, the young protagonist destined to become the mentor, ally, and rival to Ghost and Tommy, whose fate we’ve witnessed in a dramatic shootout in ‘Power’s’ climactic seasons.

Kanan’s journey begins at fifteen, the sole offspring of Raquel ‘Raq’ Thomas, a rising name in the cocaine trade with a sprawling citywide network. Echoing the raw essence of ‘Power,’ this spin-off delves into the harrowing realm of identity, violence, and the burdens of legacy, painting a stark portrait of familial complexities and the unspoken tensions that simmer between kin.

In a world where family is both a sanctuary and a battleground, ‘Raising Kanan’ dissects the heart-wrenching betrayals, hidden secrets, and corrosive lies that gnaw at the core of family ties. The inaugural season is a relentless exploration of consequences – betrayals unearthed, secrets laid bare, and the inescapable truth that actions inevitably circle back.

Each character in this saga harbors their own shadows, deceiving the world, their loved ones, and sometimes themselves. As their stories unravel, they’re forced to confront the collateral damage of their concealed truths.

Amidst this tapestry of deceit and revelation, one unyielding truth anchors ‘Raising Kanan’: Trust is a rare commodity, and appearances seldom reveal reality. In this world, as in the larger ‘Power’ universe, the line between friend and foe is perpetually blurred.

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TV-MA • Drama • Crime

Raising Kanan Cast

  • Patina Miller as Raquel Thomas
  • Mekai Curtis as Kanan Stark
  • Omar Epps as Detective Malcolm Howard
  • London Brown as Marvin Thomas
  • Malcolm Mays as Louis “Lou Lou” Thomas
  • Joey Bada$$ as Unique
  • Hailey Kilgore as Jukebox
  • Tony Danza as Stefano Marchetti
  • Shanley Caswell as Detective Shannon Burke
  • Antonio Ortiz as Shawn “Famous” Figueroa
  • Michael Rispoli as Sal Boselli
  • Wendell Pierce as Snaps
  • Erika Woods as Pop
  • Grantham Coleman as Ronnie Mathis

Meet the full cast of Raising Kanan.

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Recaps & News

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 4 Renewed! Release Date, Trailer, News & Everything You Need To Know!

Is there a Raising Kanan Season 4? Yes! Raising Kanan Season 4 has officially been renewed by Starz. We speculate it will air in late 2024 thru early 2025.

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 10 Finale “MADE YOU LOOK”

Desperation sets in as Howard tries to evade the Task Force and Ronnie goes on the attack, leaving Raq and Kanan to make some fateful choices.

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 9 “HOME TO ROOST”

Ronnie and Kanan’s feud with Raq intensifies as Marvin desperately searches for Lou. Famous and Jukebox both find themselves at potential turning points in their music careers.

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 8 “RECKONINGS”

As a despondent Lou becomes a liability for the family, Raq and Marvin work to get the new heroin operation up and running amidst new competition from Kanan and Ronnie.

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 7 “WHERE ALL ARE GUILTY”

Lou’s drinking creates a problem for the whole family when Shantel goes looking for justice. Kanan assimilates into Ronnie’s crew, and Raq formulates a new plan for Unique’s former heroin operation.

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 6 Recap “INTO THE DARKNESS”

Dangerous secrets are revealed as Famous unburdens himself to Kanan, and Raq finally tries to make amends with Lou. Marvin struggles with his role as stage dad, and Howard attempts to get closer to the Task Force. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 5 Recap “BROTHERS AND KEEPERS”

Tension between Ronnie and Unique comes to a head while Kanan clashes with both Raq and Famous. Juke bonds with her bandmate, and Lou works to revitalize Cafe Vous. Howard’s attempt to manipulate the Task Force backfires. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 4 Recap “IN SHEEP’S CLOTHING”

As paranoia sets in for Raq and Howard over the Task Force, Kanan and Famous launch their weed delivery business, Jukebox prepares for her audition, and Ronnie grows impatient with Unique. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 3 Recap “OPEN FOR BUSINESS”

As paranoia sets in for Raq and Howard over the Task Force, Kanan and Famous launch their weed delivery business, Jukebox prepares for her audition, and Ronnie grows impatient with Unique. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 2 Recap “FLIPMODE”

Raq continues her farewell tour with one last job for the Mafia while Kanan dives further into the drug game with an innovative business idea. Howard faces a new threat at the precinct. Here’s what you missed!

Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 2 Release Date, Time & Where to Watch

Here’s Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 2 release date, time, synopsis, speculation, cast, trailer, and where to watch online and on broadcast.

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode 1 Premiere Recap “HOME SWEET HOME”

Raq makes a life-changing decision in the aftermath of the Mafia’s ambush, but its too little, too late for Kanan, as he looks to pave his own path free of his mother’s lies. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 – Release Date, Trailer, News & Everything You Need To Know!

Is there a season 3 Raising Kanan? Yes! Raising Kanan Season 3 has officially been renewed by Starz. However, we’ve already received hints that the hit television series will be renewed! We have everything you need to know regarding the new season, including possible release date, cast, trailers, and news, plus get answers to your burning questions.

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 2 Episode 10 Finale Recap “If Y’Don’t Know, Now Y’Know”

Decidedly his own man, Kanan strays further from his mother and sets up shop on his own on the corners of South Jamaica. Worried about retaliation, Raq questions Unique. Lou’s rift with Raq grows when he makes a discovery. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 2 Episode 9 Recap (Renee Was Killed, Marvin Lived!)

With his living situation threatened, Famous reaches out to Lou as a last-ditch effort. Raq receives a new business proposal and must eliminate a threat. Burke closes in on what really happened in Baisley Park. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 2 Episode 8 Recap (Was Marvin Killed?)

The rift between Raq and Kanan grows, and Kanan seeks comfort elsewhere. Marvin lays low, waiting for the consequences of his actions to blow over. Raq sees dark clouds on the horizon. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 2 Episode 7 Recap “No Love Lost”

Raq assures everyone they need to follow orders and keep working as planned. Kanan takes on more responsibility, but things go wrong when he runs into neighborhood kids. Lou feels the pressure in his partnership with Crown. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 2 Episode 6 Recap “It’s A Business, Man”

Raq assures everyone they need to follow orders and keep working as planned. Kanan takes on more responsibility, but things go wrong when he runs into neighborhood kids. Lou feels the pressure in his partnership with Crown. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 2 Episode 5 Recap “What Happens In The Catskills”

Raq turns to her attention to bonding with Kanan in the Catskills, but business follows them despite her best efforts; tension between Crown and Lou boils over; Burke snoops into Howard’s private life. Here’s what you missed!

Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 2 Episode 4 Recap “Pay The Toll”

Kanan and Jukebox search for answers in family matters. When Raq’s push into new territory is stalled, she proposes a meeting. Crown helps Famous get settled. Still investigating Howard’s shooting, Burke questions Unique. Here’s what you missed!

Editor's Note

Raising Kanan offers deep insight of how a young Black man with a promising future can be influenced by the streets and totally corrupted. This prequel into the Power universe shows us the situations in the past that formed Kanan Stark into the criminal he was on Power.

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Top Questions

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How do I watch Raising Kanan?

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How many Raising Kanan is there?

There are currently three full seasons of Raising Kanan. Each season has ten episodes each. Thus far, there are 30 episodes of Raising Kanan.

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Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Episode Guide

Season Episode Title Air Date
3 10 MADE YOU LOOK” Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Finale February 9, 2024
3 9 HOME TO ROOST February 2, 2024
3 8 RECKONINGS January 26, 2024
3 7 WHERE ALL ARE GUILTY January 19, 2024
3 6 INTO THE DARKNESS January 12, 2024
3 5 BROTHERS AND KEEPERS December 29, 2023
3 4 IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING December 22, 2023
3 3 OPEN FOR BUSINESS December 15, 2023
3 2 FLIPMODE December 8, 2023
3 1 HOME SWEET HOME” Power Book III: Raising Kanan Season 3 Premiere December 1, 2023

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