AceShowbiz - Snoop Dogg is set to take on a major role both on and off screen in the upcoming film God of the Rodeo, Deadline reported on March 25. The film is written and directed by Rosalind Ross and will feature Snoop Dogg not only as an actor but also as a producer and soundtrack contributor.

Snoop Dogg's production company, Death Row Pictures, will be producing the movie, while his record label, Death Row Records, is responsible for the film's soundtrack. This marks another significant step for the rapper as he expands his influence beyond music into film production. He will be working alongside producers Giannina Scott and Ridley Scott, who are producing through Cara Films and Scott Free Productions respectively.

The story of God of the Rodeo is adapted from journalist Daniel Bergner's 1998 book of the same name. The book chronicles Bergner’s year spent inside Louisiana’s notorious Angola Prison, focusing on the inmates’ preparation for the prison’s annual rodeo event. The film will depict the inaugural inmate rodeo held in 1967, centering on a character named Buckkey, portrayed by Shia LaBeouf. Buckkey is an inmate serving a life sentence who participates in this historic event.

Snoop Dogg has not yet revealed the specific character he will play in God of the Rodeo. However, he has expressed his enthusiasm about collaborating with Ridley Scott and Giannina Scott, calling the project "life changing and an honor." He emphasized the importance of bringing this compelling story to audiences through film.

While Snoop Dogg is primarily known for his influential career in hip-hop, he has maintained a steady presence in film and television. Throughout the 1990s, he made several cameo appearances before landing a lead role in the 2001 thriller Bones, where he played the title character Jimmy Bones. More recently, he starred in the heist thriller 1992, written by Sascha Penn and directed by Ariel Vromen. Additionally, Snoop Dogg has contributed voice work to animated projects, including Pharrell Williams’ 2024 Lego biopic Piece by Piece.

With God of the Rodeo, Snoop Dogg is poised to further establish himself as a multifaceted talent in the entertainment industry by combining his musical and cinematic expertise. The film’s focus on Angola Prison’s inmate rodeo promises a unique and powerful narrative that explores life behind prison walls and the resilience of those involved.

Billboard has reached out to Snoop Dogg's representatives for further comment on his role and the film’s production updates. The project is anticipated to generate considerable interest given its notable cast and production team.

As anticipation builds around God of the Rodeo, fans of Snoop Dogg and Shia LaBeouf alike will be watching closely to see how this collaboration unfolds on the big screen.