Snoop Dogg’s life story is heading to the big screen, with a growing cast bringing some of hip-hop’s most recognizable figures to life.
Universal Pictures has confirmed that Snoop, directed by Craig Brewer, will arrive in U.S. theaters on August 6, 2027. Jonathan Daviss, known for his role in Outer Banks, will portray the Long Beach rapper.
The supporting cast includes Myles Bullock as Dr. Dre, Camron Jones as Tupac Shakur, Algee Smith as Warren G, and Tre Hale as Death Row Records co-founder Suge Knight.
SwayvoTwain, the son of musicians D’Angelo and Angie Stone, will portray The Notorious B.I.G. Cynthia Erivo has also joined the production as Tupac’s mother, Afeni Shakur.
Lauren London will play Snoop’s mother, Beverly Tate, while Laya DeLeon Hayes takes on the role of his wife, Shante Broadus.
Additional cast members will portray Kurupt, Nate Dogg, The Lady of Rage, and Master P.
Snoop Dogg is producing the film alongside Brian Grazer, Sara Ramaker and Allan Mandelbaum. The movie will feature music from his extensive catalog while exploring his rise in hip-hop.