Peacock has unveiled the full trailer for its upcoming limited series, Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist, showcasing its star-studded cast and the 1970s setting of the show. The series is inspired by a true story, revolving around an armed robbery that took place on the night of Muhammad Ali's 1970 comeback fight in Atlanta. Additionally, it will delve into the transformation of Atlanta into the Black Mecca of the United States.
The series was greenlit by Peacock in December 2023 and is based on an iHeart podcast created by Jeff Keating and Jim Roberts. The plot follows Kevin Hart in the role of Chicken Man, a hustler who organizes an afterparty for the fight, attended by the country's elite. The evening culminates in a daring heist orchestrated by the criminal underworld of Atlanta. Chicken Man finds himself under suspicion for the crime and must seek the help of J.D. Hudson, portrayed by Don Cheadle, one of the first Black detectives in the city's integrated police force, to clear his name.
The stellar cast also includes Taraji P. Henson, Terrence Howard, and Samuel L. Jackson in prominent roles, with Chloe Bailey, Marsha Stephanie Blake, Dexter Darden, Lori Harvey, and Sinqua Walls making key guest appearances. Shaye Ogbonna, known for his work on 'The Chi' and 'Penguin,' serves as the creator of the series and co-showrunner alongside Jason Horwitch. The show is produced by Universal Television, with executive producers such as Kevin Hart, Bryan Smiley, and Mike Stein from Hartbeat; Will Packer and Sabrina Wind from Will Packer Media; Conal Byrne and Carrie Lieberman from iHeartPodcasts; and Jeff Keating, Lars Jacobson, Erika L. Johnson, and Mike Daniels.
Craig Brewer, who also directed four episodes, is an executive producer on the series, along with Tiffany Brown and Kenny Burns as co-EPs. Fight Night is scheduled to premiere on September 5, offering viewers a captivating blend of crime, drama, and historical context set against the backdrop of a pivotal moment in Atlanta's history. Fans can catch a glimpse of the action-packed series in the recently released trailer.
