The Creator of POWER, Courtney A. Kemp Signs Multi-Year Deal with Lionsgate

Courtney A. Kemp is will stay in business with Lionsgate, according to Variety.

Kemp has signed a new multi-year development and production deal at the studio, which produces her hit drama series "Power." Per the deal, Kemp will develop and produce a new content across multiple platforms.

"I'm incredibly proud of the success we've had with Power and I'm excited about expanding our banner and diversifying the types of stories we're telling," said Kemp. "Chris brings with her a depth of experience that will elevate End of Episode to a new level and I'm looking forward to exploring new ways of writing about my obsession: the intersections of violence, power, sex and romance."

Kemp is currently executive producing and showrunning the sixth season of "Power" with co-showrunner Gary Lennon . "Power" has been the second most watched drama in premium television for three years in a row.

"Courtney is a one of a kind talent and we couldn't be more excited about this unique and exclusive deal," said Lionsgate Television Group chairman Kevin Beggs. "She's an exceptional producer, incredible showrunner and artist, and we're proud that she chose Lionsgate as her creative incubator. We look forward to the bold, original and provocative content she will offer our programming slates."

Variety previously included Kemp in the "TV Producers Impact Report," which honors the most powerful producers in television.

Deadline first reported Kemp's new deal. Read this story on Variety.

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