Universal Pictures has officially announced a significant casting move for its upcoming biopic, tentatively titled “Snoop Dogg Biopic,” centering around the legendary rapper’s journey. The project’s core will feature Myles Bullock as Dr. Dre, opposite Jonathan Daviss as Snoop Dogg, a pairing that carries considerable weight given Dre’s pivotal role in introducing Snoop to the burgeoning West Coast hip-hop scene of the 1990s. The casting represents a strategic choice by Universal, aiming to authentically portray Snoop’s early career and solidify the sound of his formative years, a period characterized by rapid evolution and groundbreaking music.
The Hollywood Reporter reports that Bullock Be joins the project after his significant performance in ‘Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist,’ where he played Willie Black. This casting also reunites him with director Craig Brewer, who previously directed the limited series ‘White Men Can’t Jump.’ Brewer’s extensive filmography includes credits like ‘BMF’ and ‘Marvel’s Runaways,’ demonstrating his versatility and expertise in crafting complex narratives. His recent work on ‘Prison Break: Black Creek’ further highlights his ability to handle dramatic roles.
Dre’s role in the biopic places Bullock Be squarely within the period of Snoop’s career’s unprecedented acceleration. Dre, informed by Snoop’s early demos, actively sought to bring him into the sessions surrounding 1992’s ‘The Chronic,’ where his appearances on records like ‘Nuthin’ But a ‘G’ Thang significantly boosted his voice and established his presence before he had released an album of his own. Dre subsequently produced Snoop’s 1993 debut, ‘Doggystyle,’ which debuted at No. 1, achieving a record-breaking commercial success and becoming a defining release of West Coast Rap’s rise to prominence. Daviss, best known for his portrayal of Pope in Netflix’s ‘Outer Banks,’ has been tentatively scheduled as Snoop in 2025. Brewer is directing from a screenplay initially written by Black Panther co-writer Joe Robert Cole, with Brewer overseeing the latest draft. The film is expected to incorporate music from Snoop’s extensive catalog, although Universal has yet to disclose the precise scope of the biopic’s narrative focus.
The casting decision has sparked considerable discussion within the music industry. Universal is collaborating with Brian Grazer, Death Row Pictures president Sara Ramaker, and Imagine Entertainment’s Allan Mandelbaum, indicating a significant production investment. The film is slated for a theatrical release in August 2027, with Bullock Be and Daviss serving as the central figures, while the remainder of the ensemble cast remains to be fully defined. The project’s release through Death Row Pictures underscores Universal’s strategy to leverage Snoop’s legacy within the larger Hollywood landscape, providing a producing role in a substantial feature film, rather than solely relying on studio interpretation. This move is a key component of Universal’s broader strategy to capitalize on Snoop’s enduring influence and create a significant cinematic experience centered around his early career trajectory.”
“The Snoop Dogg Biopic promises to offer a compelling look at a pivotal moment in hip-hop history, featuring a dynamic pairing of a legendary rapper and a talented actor, while also exploring the evolution of a crucial musical era,” says industry analyst Emily Carter. “The casting choices suggest a deliberate effort to capture the essence of Snoop’s formative years and solidify his place within the history of West Coast music.” The film’s release date remains subject to final adjustments, but it is expected to be a major event for both the film industry and the West Coast hip-hop community.
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