Snoop Dogg biopic unveiled at CinemaCon 2026

During CinemaCon 2026, hosted by Universal Pictures and Focus Features, the long-awaited biopic about Snoop Dogg was presented for the first time. The rapper himself appeared on stage and delivered a live performance of his hit song "Drop It Like It's Hot" to help mark the film's reveal.

The biopic is still untitled, but it is being directed by Craig Brewer, with rising star Jonathan Daviss set to play Snoop Dogg. Brewer is best known for films such as 'Hustle & Flow', and expectations are high that he will bring an important biographical story from hip-hop culture to the screen.

Connections to the past

Snoop Dogg highlighted his connection to the film industry, noting that he has a bungalow on the Universal lot, right next to film legend Steven Spielberg's bungalow. That led to a lighthearted remark about the fire department having to respond twice because of all the smoke in the area. On an emotional note, Snoop said that after sharing their story in 'Straight Outta Compton', it was now his turn to tell his own story.

Donna Langley, chair of Universal Pictures, called the Snoop Dogg biopic "the spiritual cousin" of the earlier film, further raising expectations for this new biographical project.

Other announcements from CinemaCon 2026

Alongside the Snoop Dogg biopic, the presentation also included several other films set to arrive in the near future. These included the long-awaited 'The Odyssey', directed by Christopher Nolan, and 'Disclosure Day', directed by Steven Spielberg. Sequels were also announced for popular franchises such as 'Minions & Monsters', 'Shrek 5', and 'Violent Night 2'.

These announcements offer a varied lineup for movie fans and underline Universal Pictures' continued commitment to producing both original content and sequels.

Timeline

April 15, 2026: Universal Pictures and Focus Features present a range of upcoming films during CinemaCon 2026.
The untitled Snoop Dogg biopic received the spotlight first, with Snoop performing for an enthusiastic crowd.
Alongside the biopic, titles such as 'The Odyssey' and 'Shrek 5' were also announced.

Conclusion

The reveal of the Snoop Dogg biopic at CinemaCon 2026 looks set to be an interesting addition to the biopic genre. With strong creative leadership and a story rooted in hip-hop culture, it remains to be seen how the film will compare with other biopics such as 'Straight Outta Compton'. Its close ties to music history and film industry events could make this production stand out.