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Jonathan Daviss, known for Outer Banks, will star as Snoop Dogg in a Universal biopic directed by Craig Brewer. The film, produced by Death Row Pictures and Brian Grazer, chronicles Snoop’s journey from hip-hop icon to entertainment mogul. This marks the first project under Death Row Pictures’ deal with NBCUniversal. The biopic follows Hollywood’s trend of successful music dramas like Straight Outta Compton and Bob Marley: One Love.

Key Points: Outer Banks star Jonathan Daviss cast as Snoop Dogg in biopic

  • Jonathan Daviss lands lead role as Snoop Dogg
  • Craig Brewer directs with Joe Robert Cole’s script
  • Film marks Death Row Pictures’ first project
  • Biopic follows Snoop’s rise from rapper to mogul
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'Outer Banks' actor Jonathan Daviss to star as Snoop Dogg in biopic

Jonathan Daviss will portray Snoop Dogg in a Universal biopic directed by Craig Brewer, produced by Death Row Pictures and Brian Grazer.

"Universal Pictures has set Craig Brewer to film the definitive biography of Snoop Dogg’s rise from hip-hop artist to renowned entertainment magnate. – The Hollywood Reporter"

Washington DC, June 10

'Outer Banks' actor Jonathan Daviss is all set to play the lead role in Snoop Dogg's biopic. The film producers include Snoop Dogg, Brian Grazer, and Death Row Pictures president Sara Ramaker, as per The Hollywood Reporter.

Craig Brewer, known for helming such films as 'Hustle & Flow' and 'Dolemite Is My Name', is set to direct the biopic.

Universal Pictures has set Craig Brewer to film the definitive biography of Snoop Dogg's rise from hip-hop artist to renowned entertainment magnate. Brewer will contribute revisions to a script previously written by Joe Robert Cole.

The Snoop Dogg film marks the first movie under Death Row Pictures' overall contract with NBCUniversal Entertainment & Studios. It is an offshoot of Death Row Records, the label that established Snoop Dogg's career and is now embarking on an ambitious new chapter with the expansion. The strategic shift strengthens the brand's reach beyond music, ushering in a new era of imaginative on-screen storytelling.

Davis is known for his breakthrough role as Pope Heyward on the Netflix adventure series Outer Banks, which has been picked up for a fifth and final season. The 25-year-old actor also appeared in the Netflix feature Do Revenge, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

Snoop Dogg is a 17-time Grammy nominee who has also made a name for himself on television and in films. His debut album, Doggystyle, was released in 1993 by Death Row Records and was produced solely by Dr. Dre. It featured the hit singles "What's My Name?" and "Gin and Juice."

Universal has found success in the historical hip hop space with the F. Gary Gray-directed Straight Outta Compton, the story of the seminal rap group N.W. A film that was nominated for a Best Screenplay Oscar and grossed more than USD 200 million. Before that came 8 Mile, which starred Eminem in a drama based on his life and rise. Grazer produced that film, which grossed USD 250 million and won an Original Song Oscar for "Lose Yourself."

Music biopics remain a top priority for Hollywood following such recent success stories as Paramount's Bob Marley: One Love and Searchlight's Timothee Chalamet-led A Complete Unknown, with the latter Bob Dylan-focused feature landing eight Oscar nominations. Sony's four-film project about the Beatles is set for theatrical release in April 2028, while the Bruce Springsteen biopic Deliver Me From Nowhere debuts this fall, according to The Hollywood Reporter.

- ANI

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Rahul K.
Interesting choice! Jonathan Daviss has shown great range in Outer Banks. But playing Snoop Dogg is a whole different ballgame. Hope he captures that West Coast vibe properly. The biopic trend continues - after Bob Marley, now Snoop! �
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Priya M.
As someone who grew up listening to Snoop in Delhi's college days, I'm excited but skeptical. His journey from Long Beach to global icon deserves authentic storytelling. Brewer did well with Hustle & Flow, so fingers crossed! Would love to see some Indian theaters screen this.
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Arjun S.
Not sure about this casting. Daviss is talented but Snoop has such a distinctive persona. Remember how well Jamie Foxx became Ray Charles? That's the benchmark. Also curious how they'll handle the Death Row Records gangsta rap era - hope they don't whitewash it.
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Neha T.
Snoop's cultural impact goes beyond music - from Bollywood samples to his viral cooking videos with Martha Stewart! Hope the film shows his entrepreneurial side too. The Desi hip-hop community will be watching closely 👀
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Vikram J.
After the success of Gully Boy, Indian audiences have developed a taste for well-made hip-hop stories. This could be big here if marketed properly. Though I wonder if they'll dub it in Hindi like they did with Straight Outta Compton?
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Sanjana R.
As a film student in Mumbai, I'm excited to see how they visualize 90s LA gangsta rap culture. The production design needs to be on point! Also curious if they'll include Snoop's spiritual journey and transformation over the years.

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