Starz has officially announced the cancellation of its popular drama series, BMF, concluding an impactful four-season run. The announcement follows around two and a half months after the fourth season came to a close in mid-August.
BMF Overview
The series, produced by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson’s G-Unit Film and Television in collaboration with Lionsgate TV, depicted the rise of Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory and his brother Terry Flenory. During the 1980s and 1990s, the Flenory brothers became prominent figures in Detroit’s Black Mafia Family, which is the inspiration behind the show’s title.
Cancellation Reasons
Concerns regarding BMF’s future had been hinted at by Starz’s president and CEO, Jeffrey Hirsch. During a quarterly earnings call held the day prior to the season finale, he discussed the show’s “underperformance.” The series reportedly fell short of expectations, leading to slight declines in both over-the-top (OTT) subscribers and revenue.
Key Cast and Creative Team
- Demetrius Flenory Jr. as Demetrius “Big Meech” Flenory
- Da’Vinchi as Terry Flenory
- Russell Hornsby
- Michole Briana White
- Eric Kofi-Abrefa
- Myles Truitt
- Steve Harris
- La La Anthony
The series was created by Randy Huggins, who also served as an executive producer alongside Heather Zuhlke, Jackson, Anthony Wilson, and Anne Clements.
What’s Next for Starz?
The cancellation of BMF leaves Starz with a variety of original series, including:
- Power spinoffs: Raising Kanan and Force (both in their final seasons)
- Outlander (also nearing its conclusion)
- Prequel: Blood of My Blood
- P-Valley
- Co-productions: Sweetpea and The Couple Next Door
- Upcoming series: Spartacus: House of Ashur, Fightland, and Power: Origins
As fans process the end of BMF, they can look forward to the remaining content that Starz has to offer in the coming months.
