Curtis ’50 Cent’ Jackson-produced drama

Starz has set a July 31 premiere date for its new original drama “Fightland,” unveiling the first footage from the British-based boxing crime series director produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson.

Described as a gritty, high-stakes drama set in the world of British boxing, the series is Starz’s first original after Lionsgate and Starz became separate companies. New episodes release weekly on Fridays via the Starz app and all streaming and on-demand platforms.

‘Fightland’ centers on Duke Kilroy (Howard Charles), a disgraced boxing champion whose life falls apart after a violent tragedy. According to the official synopsis: “On the night Duke Kilroy becomes heavyweight champion of the world, a vicious attack leaves his brother Calvin dead, causing Duke to snap and him spending eight years in an American prison. After his release, and after making a sinister discovery, Duke returns home seeking revenge against the man he believes framed him: criminal kingpin and former promoter, Kingsley Marshall (Nicholas Pinnock).”

However, Kingsley has disappeared, leaving behind a fractured empire now overseen by his family, including his wife Joy (Deborah Ayorinde), who also shares a complicated past with Duke. As he attempts to infiltrate the organization from within, Duke becomes entangled in a dangerous web of power, crime and shifting loyalties tied to London’s drug trade.

The ensemble cast also includes Anita-Joy Uwajeh, Charles Babalola, Tahirah Sharif, Tyler Conti and Richard Pepple.

The series is created by Daniel Fajemisin-Duncan and Marlon Smith, who executive produce with Jackson. Showrunners Damione Macedon and Raphael Jackson Jr. also serve as executive producers, with Otto Bathurst directing the first two episodes.

“Fightland” is produced by G-Unit Film & Television and Expanded Media.

First take a look at the photos below.