Snoop Dogg biopic to be directed by Hustle & Flow filmmaker Craig Brewer

Universal Pictures is diving deep into the world of hip-hop once again, this time with a biopic based on the life of the iconic rapper Snoop Doggy. Acclaimed filmmaker Craig Brewer, best known for Hustle & Flow and Dolemite Is My Name, has officially signed on to direct the project. The screenplay will be revised by Joe Robert Cole, co-writer of Black Panther and The People vs. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story.

Snoop Dogg — From the Streets to Stardom

Born Calvin Cordozar Broadus Jr., Snoop Dogg is a 16-time Grammy-nominated artist who burst into the mainstream in the early 1990s. His big break came through collaborations with Dr. Dre, particularly on the 1992 classic album The Chronic. Snoop’s debut solo album, Doggystyle (1993), became an instant success and is widely regarded as one of the greatest hip-hop albums of all time.

Behind the Scenes: The Team Bringing Snoop’s Story to Life

The project brings together a powerhouse of talent:

• Director: Craig Brewer, who has a strong track record of music-infused dramas like Hustle & Flow and Black Snake Moan.
• Screenwriter: Joe Robert Cole, whose storytelling skills shone in Black Panther and The People vs. O.J. Simpson.
• Producers: Snoop Dogg himself, along with Brian Grazer and Sara Ramaker.

Interestingly, Snoop has already worked with Brewer on Dolemite Is My Name, where he had a supporting role. The synergy between the two promises an authentic, emotionally resonant portrayal of the rapper’s journey.

Craig Brewer’s Legacy with Music-Based Films

Brewer has consistently focused on music-themed storytelling:

• Hustle & Flow (2005): Won the Oscar for Best Original Song and earned a Best Actor nomination for Terrence Howard.
• Black Snake Moan (2006): Blended blues and drama starring Samuel L. Jackson.
• Empire (TV): Directed and produced numerous episodes of the hit Fox series.
• Dolemite Is My Name (2019): His first biopic, which received critical acclaim.
• Coming 2 America (2021): A nostalgic sequel that reunited him with Eddie Murphy.
• Song Sung Blue (2025): Brewer’s upcoming feature about a Neil Diamond tribute band, starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, set to release on Christmas Day.

Snoop Dogg’s Multi-Faceted Legacy

Beyond music, Snoop Dogg has made his mark in:

• Film & TV: With roles in Training Day, The Beach Bum, and various guest appearances.
• Entrepreneurship: He’s ventured into cannabis, tech, media, and sports ownership.
• Pop Culture: Snoop remains a beloved figure across generations, bridging music, comedy, and digital media.

In 2015, he was also portrayed by LaKeith Stanfield in Straight Outta Compton, the N.W.A biopic — another Universal success. But this upcoming film will be the first to focus entirely on Snoop’s own life story.

What to Expect from the Snoop Biopic

This will not just be a tale of rags-to-riches. Expect:

• Unfiltered look at his early life in Long Beach, California.
• Rise with Death Row Records and later transformations with No Limit, Aftermath, and his own label.
• Cultural impact in the ’90s and 2000s.
• Personal challenges, controversies, and comebacks.
• His evolution into a media mogul and pop culture icon.

Release Date & Updates

As of now, the Snoop Dogg biopic is in development. With Brewer at the helm and Cole working on the script, production timelines should become clearer in the coming months. Stay tuned for casting news, teaser trailers, and behind-the-scenes footage.

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