Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story — Official Trailer

added: Thu, Jan 18th '24

Run DMC is widely regarded as one of the pioneering rap groups that played a pivotal role in the inception of the hip-hop genre during its early stages. Now, a little over four decades since their formation, a new three-episode docuseries on Peacock transports us back to the 1980s when Joseph "Rev Run" Simmons, Darryl "DMC" McDaniels, and Jason "Jam Master Jay" Mizell came together and ignited a groundbreaking music movement.

Check out the official trailer for "Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story," a three-hour, three-part documentary that delves into the history and enduring legacy of the iconic hip-hop pioneers, RUN DMC. This series features archival footage and untold stories.

With exclusive interviews from RUN DMC and some of hip-hop's biggest names, including Ice Cube, LL COOL J, Questlove, Beastie Boys, Ice-T, Chuck D, Tom Morello, Salt, Doug E. Fresh, Big Daddy Kane, MC Lyte, Ed Lover, Jermaine Dupri, and many others, "Kings From Queens: The Run DMC Story" is set to make its debut on February 1st, exclusively on Peacock.

Directed by Kirk Fraser ("Tuskegee Airmen: Legacy of Courage"), the docuseries is produced by Believe Entertainment Group and executive produced by Joseph "Rev Run" Simmons and Darryl "DMC" McDaniels.

synopsis:
KINGS FROM QUEENS: THE RUN DMC STORY, produced by Believe Entertainment Group, is the never-been-told story of the most influential rap group in the history of music, RUN DMC. Joseph "Rev Run" Simmons, Darryl "DMC" McDaniels, and Jason "Jam Master Jay" Mizell met on the streets of Hollis, Queens before these hip-hop legends would go on to legitimize a genre of music that critics labeled a fad. Their influence on culture shattered racial barriers, making them international stars and fashion leaders of the '80s. After a series of life-changing events and challenges, including the murder of their beloved DJ, Jam Master Jay, Rev Run, and DMC reunite to tell their story and celebrate the genre of music they established.

directed by Kirk Fraser

release date February 1, 2024 (on Peacock)