Godfather of Harlem to Conclude With Two-Hour Finale

The MGM+ crime drama 'Godfather of Harlem,' starring Forest Whitaker, is set to conclude its run with a two-hour series finale. This announcement comes approximately one year after the premiere of the show's fourth season, which began on April 13, 2025, and wrapped up on June 22, 2025. The fourth season followed the character of Bumpy Johnson, portrayed by Whitaker, as he continued his intense struggle for dominance over Harlem.

The series, which debuted in 2019, explored the life of notorious gangster Bumpy Johnson during the height of the Harlem Renaissance and the Civil Rights Movement. Over its four seasons, the show depicted Johnson's complex relationships and his ongoing battles against rival crime families and law enforcement. The narrative arc of the series has consistently focused on Johnson's ambition and his efforts to maintain power in a rapidly changing New York City.

'Godfather of Harlem' was produced by ABC Signature and Endeavor Content. The series was created by Chris Brancato and Paul Eckstein, who also served as executive producers alongside Whitaker, Nina Yang Bongiovi, James Acheson, and John Ridley. The decision to end the series with a special two-hour episode marks the culmination of its narrative journey, providing a definitive conclusion to Bumpy Johnson's story. The exact air date for the finale has not yet been announced.