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Empire

TV-14 2015 Drama, Soap · 6 seasons
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A powerful family drama about the head of a music empire whose three sons and ex-wife all battle for his throne.

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Empire delivers a compelling narrative centered on Lucious Lyon, the formidable head of Empire Entertainment, a music dynasty. As Lucious faces a debilitating illness, his three sons, Andre, Jamal, and Hakeem, engage in a fierce battle to claim their inheritance and take control of the company. Adding fuel to the fire is Lucious's ex-wife, Cookie Lyon, a force of nature who returns from prison seeking to reclaim her stake in the empire she helped build. The series masterfully weaves together themes of family, power, and the ever-present influence of music in their lives. It's a story of ambition, betrayal, and the lengths people will go to protect their legacy.

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Empire is brought to life by the vision of creators Danny Strong and Lee Daniels. The cast is led by Terrence Howard as Lucious Lyon, the charismatic and ruthless founder of Empire Entertainment. Taraji P. Henson delivers a tour-de-force performance as Cookie Lyon, the fierce and determined ex-wife. Bryshere Y. Gray plays Hakeem Lyon, the youngest son and a rising hip-hop star. Trai Byers portrays Andre Lyon, the eldest son, struggling with mental health and corporate ambition. Gabourey Sidibe shines as Becky Williams, Lucious loyal assistant and Vivica A. Fox embodies Candace Holloway, Cookie's outspoken older sister.

What people like about Empire

Critics and audiences alike have praised Empire for its compelling storylines, stellar performances, and groundbreaking representation. Many have lauded the show's willingness to tackle complex social issues, its portrayal of strong female characters, and its integration of original music into the narrative. Taraji P. Henson's portrayal of Cookie Lyon, in particular, has been widely celebrated as a standout performance, with many reviewers noting her character's strength, wit, and unwavering loyalty.
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71%

Released

January 7, 2015

Creator

Danny Strong, Lee Daniels

Cast

Terrence Howard, Taraji P. Henson, Bryshere Y. Gray, Trai Byers, Gabourey Sidibe, Vivica A. Fox

Genre

Drama, Soap

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