Actor-director Allison Precious Emmanuel has wrapped production on Gangs of Port Harcourt, a 13-episode series produced under his MX14 production label.
In an exclusive interview with The Nollywood Reporter (TNR), Emmanuel shared details about the project, describing it as the first installment in a broader story world.
“It’s called Gangs of Port Harcourt because the bigger world is going to involve multiple gangs in Port Harcourt, but this pilot season focuses on the first gang, who they are, why they exist, and what defines them,” he said.
The series follows two brothers; a repentant ex-cultist and a book-smart younger sibling, who face losing their late father’s house. In a bid to save it, they embark on a high-risk mission in hostile territory.
According to Emmanuel, the story explores themes of brotherhood, betrayal, and violence, while incorporating Port Harcourt slang to ground its setting.
He confirmed the project marks his first series as a creator, director, actor, and showrunner, having previously worked on short films and his debut feature, The Boy Who Gave.
Emmanuel said the most challenging aspect of the production was managing multiple roles while working on a tight television schedule. “For a feature, you shoot a few scenes per day, but for a series, you can shoot one or two episodes daily. That is physically demanding,” he said.
Despite the demands, he described the experience as rewarding, noting that seeing his ideas come to life outweighed the challenges.
Post-production is currently underway, with further details on release and distribution expected at a later date.