Randy McKinnon, best known for his work on sci-fi thriller
Where the Water Runs, and
Nick Antosca, best known for writing SYFY’s
Channel Zero. Both will also executive produce the series.
Much of the miniseries will focus on James’ addiction to crack cocaine in the early 90s while trying to make his musical comeback.
“We are truly ecstatic about this new project with UCP and extremely excited to work with the writer Randy McKinnon,” said Ty. “We are confident he can give the fans exactly what they have been waiting on, plus some.”
James’ personal life often overshadowed his talent. In 1991, he and his 21-year-old girlfriend were arrested for kidnapping and torturing a 24-year-old woman with a hot cocaine pipe for three days straight at his Hollywood Hills home. He was ultimately sentenced to three-years at Folsom State Prison and released on parole in 1996.