Snoop Dogg to Star in ‘God of the Rodeo’ Ridley Scott Thriller

Snoop Dogg is set to star in a new film called God of the Rodeo, and he is clearly excited about it. The project is being produced by Ridley Scott, a legendary name in Hollywood, which makes the opportunity even bigger.

According to Deadline, God of the Rodeo is based on real-life reporting by Daniel Bergner. The film takes place in the late 1960s and follows an inmate at Angola Prison who joins a rodeo organized by the facility. At first, the event seems hopeful, but the character soon realizes it may not be what it appears.

The film will be written and directed by Rosalind Ross, with production support from Giannina Scott. Snoop is also stepping behind the scenes, co-producing through his Death Row Pictures banner alongside Sara Ramaker.

For Snoop, this role is more than just another acting job. It is something he sees as a major moment in his career.

“Linking up with Scott Free Productions and working with Ridley Scott and Giannina Scott on God of the Rodeo is life-changing and an honor,” Snoop said in a statement provided to Deadline on Wednesday. “Rosalind Ross brought a story with heart and grit, and that’s what I’m about.”

Even though this is a big step, Snoop is no stranger to acting. Over the years, he has appeared in films like Half Baked and taken on leading roles in movies such as Bones and Soul Plane.

There was also earlier talk that Shia LaBeouf might star in the film, though it is not clear if he is still involved.

Snoop is bringing more than his acting skills to the project. He shared that Death Row will also handle the film’s soundtrack, which could give God of the Rodeo a unique sound to match its powerful story.

With a strong team and a story full of emotion, this film could be one to watch when it hits the screen.