EPIX produced “The Godfather of Harlem” about Bumpy Johnson and his days as the sole kingpin over Harlem’s rackets. Bumpy will be played by Forest Whitaker, Vincent D’Onofrio will portray Vincent Gigante, Paul Sorvino will have the role of Frank Costello. Giancarlo Esposito from Breaking Bad will be politician and pastor Adam Clayton Powell, Jr.

The series is set for release in September 2019.