First Look Teaser for ‘Moses the Black’ with Omar Epps & Wiz Khalifa
by Alex Billington
December 1, 2025
Source: YouTube
“This film is about redemption and real change. It’s raw, it’s emotional, and it’s powerful.” Fathom has debuted a teaser trailer for a movie titled Moses the Black, a Chicago story about gangs in the city. It’s set for a theatrical release at the end of January early next year. The story of a gangster in modern day Chicago inspired by an incredible story of repentance of the 4th century saint of the same name. A gripping fusion of suspense, moral courage, and modern relevance. Moses the Black follows a gangster’s journey of reckoning. Omar Epps stars as Chicago gang leader Malik, with Wiz Khalifa as 2wo-3ree, the confident and volatile head of Malik’s young crew, locked in a power struggle for control against rival gang leader Straw, played by Quavo. The role of St. Moses the Black is played by Chukwudi Iwuji. The cast includes Corey Hendrix, Cliff Chamberlain, Ahmad Ferguson, Sambou “Bubba” Camara, Kierra Bunch, Skilla Baby, and Deontay Wilder. Presented by Simeon Faith, NM Cinematic Fund, Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson. Have a look.
Here’s the first teaser trailer (+ poster) for Yelena Popovic’s film Moses the Black, direct from YouTube:
Moses the Black follows a Chicago gangster’s journey of reckoning, inspired by the true story of the 4th century saint of the same name. Omar Epps stars as Chicago gang leader Malik (starring Omar Epps), with multi-platinum selling, Grammy / Golden Globe nominated musician Wiz Khalifa as 2wo-3ree, the confident and volatile head of Malik’s young crew, locked in a power struggle for control against rival gang leader Straw, played by multi-platinum and Grammy-nominated recording artist Quavo. Moses the Black is directed by indie writer / filmmaker Yelena Popovic, director of the films L.A. Superheroes and Man of God previously. Produced by Alexandros Potter, Yelena Popovic, Brett Hays. This hasn’t premiered at any festivals or elsewhere, as far as we know. Fathom Entertainment releases Popovic’s Moses the Black in theaters nationwide starting January 30th, 2026 early next year. For more info, visit their official site.
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