The Power Book II: Ghost series has officially come to a close with its highly anticipated finale titled “Ghost in the Machine,” which aired on October 4, 2024. The show’s ending not only wraps up several major plotlines but also leaves the door wide open for future stories, with hints that Tariq St. Patrick (Michael Rainey Jr.) may return in another iteration of the Power franchise. Fans are now eagerly speculating whether Tariq will team up with Tommy Egan (Joseph Sikora), setting the stage for a new show featuring the two characters.
The Power Universe Expands: What We Know from the Finale
The finale, which streamed on the Starz app at midnight on October 4 and aired later that evening on Starz TV, delivered an intense conclusion to the series. However, the biggest revelation came after the credits rolled, when a post-credits scene seemingly hinted at a phone call involving Tariq and a mysterious figure, which many believe could be Tommy Egan. This speculation is fueled by the resolution of past conflicts between the two characters in earlier seasons, particularly with the help of Tariq’s mother, Tasha St. Patrick (Naturi Naughton).
Tariq’s journey throughout the series has been a rollercoaster, as he navigated the dual challenges of stepping into his father’s drug empire while trying to succeed as a college student at Stansfield University. With the final episode suggesting a continued storyline for Tariq, many believe the Power franchise is far from over.
A Potential Tariq and Tommy Team-Up?
One of the key moments in the Power Book II: Ghost finale is the suggestion that Tommy Egan, the star of Power Book IV: Force, could join forces with Tariq. Tommy and Tariq have a complicated history, given Tommy’s loyalty to Tariq’s father, Ghost (Omari Hardwick), and their previous conflict. However, much of their animosity was addressed in season three of Power Book II: Ghost, leading to a fragile truce.
If Tommy was indeed on the other end of Tariq’s phone call, it could signal a major shift in the Power universe, with the two characters possibly joining forces to take control of the criminal underworld. With Power Book IV: Force also nearing its conclusion, there is plenty of room for both Tommy and Tariq’s stories to converge, forming a new chapter in the franchise.
What’s Next for the Power Franchise?
The Power universe has been steadily expanding since the original series premiered in 2014. With the conclusion of Power Book II: Ghost and the upcoming finale of Power Book IV: Force, fans might think the franchise is drawing to a close. However, Starz has other plans.
Power Book III: Raising Kanan, which explores the backstory of Kanan Stark (played by Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson in the original series), is set to continue, delving further into the origins of Ghost and Tommy. Additionally, Starz has announced Power: Origins, a new series that will follow younger versions of Ghost and Tommy before the events of Power. These prequels will likely deepen the connections between the characters, showing how their fates became intertwined.
Starz’s Strategy: Building the Power Universe While Managing Costs
In a March 2024 statement, Starz CEO Jeff Hirsch outlined the network’s strategy to develop more new shows while managing content costs, rather than extending series that become increasingly expensive to maintain. This approach has allowed the Power universe to continue expanding with fresh storylines and new talent, while still delivering the quality fans expect.
Power Book II: Ghost featured a host of big names from both television and music, including Mary J. Blige, Method Man, Larenz Tate, and Michael Ealy. The Power franchise has also introduced fresh talent like Isaac Keys, who starred in Power Book IV: Force. Moving forward, Starz is likely to continue balancing well-known actors with up-and-coming stars, ensuring the longevity and appeal of the franchise.
What Fans Can Expect from Future Power Shows
With so many pieces in motion, the Power franchise appears to be far from over. Whether Tariq and Tommy will unite in a new series remains to be confirmed, but the post-credits scene strongly hints at more to come. As Starz continues to explore the past through Raising Kanan and Power: Origins, fans can expect the Power universe to remain a dominant force in the crime drama genre.
For those eagerly awaiting the next move, all signs point to more exciting developments ahead for Tariq, Tommy, and the entire Power universe.
