Hulu has issued a straight-to-series order for Wu-Tang: American Saga. The series is based on the early days of the rap supergroup, Wu-Tang Clan. It was co-created by RZA and writer Alex Tse. RZA will also serve as an executive producer on the series alongside Method Man.
Wu-Tang: An American Saga is based on the true story of the Wu-Tang Clan in NYC during the height of the crack-cocaine epidemic of the 90s. The series follows a young Bobby Digs (RZA) as he tries to bring the titular group together.
Since then the group has been one of the biggest successes in recent history, with over 40 million albums sold worldwide. Wu-Tang Clan members Ghostface Killah, Inspectah Deck, Masta Killa, and GZA as well as the Estate of Ol’ Dirty Bastard, will serve as consulting producers.
Following the announcement, RZA released a statement regarding the series.
“I’m delighted to be partnering with Hulu and Imagine to explore the vast story of the Wuniverse. Wu-Tang, through our music, has always strove to inspire as we entertain. This opportunity to continue the Wu saga in a 10-episode series will exponentially increase our inspirational style of entertainment. In the immortal words of ODB, ‘Wu-Tang is for the Children.'”
Hulu has yet to announce a release date for the series.
