Wu-Tang: An American Saga

RZA pushes his musicianship to new heights as he creates Wu-Tang Forever with a studio orchestra, but the recording process strains the Clan. As tensions boil over during their biggest tour yet, RZA is concerned about Wu-Tang’s future and legacy.

In the penultimate episode of the series, Ghostface reflects on the sacrifices of his past while dealing with the bittersweet outcome of his artistic success. Meanwhile, RZA ventures to take a different approach for the Clan’s next album.

For the third allegorical movie of the season, we follow GZA, who takes on the persona of “The Genius” as he journeys through an alternate reality New York City to unite the people using the music from his debut solo album, Liquid Swords.

In order to secure a deal for their new label, Divine must deliver on the promises he made to music executive Tommy Mottola. But upon returning to Wu mansion, he learns that signing members and getting Dirty to feature on a song is easier said than done.

In our second allegorical movie of the season, we examine Raekwon’s inspiration behind his first solo album, Only Built 4 Cuban Linx… through the lens of 90s gangster cinema.

Following the completion of the tour, we see the paths of a few lesser known Wu-Tang members as they search for their individual voices amongst the crowd.

The Wu-Tang Clan goes on a tour of the East Coast as we follow what happens between the shows on the tour bus. The guys quickly discover that living on a bus together might not be all fun, as they’re forced to deal with their problems face-to-face.

In our first allegorical movie of the season, we see Dirty take on the persona of “Dirt McGirt” in the theme of a 1970s blaxploitation film, as he finds inspiration for his first solo album, Return to the 36 Chambers.

As an album deadline nears, RZA must reconcile with his cousin Dirty by any means necessary. Dirty, however, takes refuge at Shurrie’s apartment. The friendship between Ghostface and Raekwon strengthens as they discuss a potential collaboration.

Following six months in the wake of the season two finale, we find RZA and the Wu-Tang Clan have moved out of Staten Island to a mansion in the woods of New Jersey. Despite the massive success of their recently released album, they’ve only just begun.

The Clan makes big moves for Wu domination.

RZA is torn between long money and quick cash as the Clan struggles with financial issues.

The pressure is on when the Clan tells label executives to come see them perform at a legendary hip hop club on a night they aren’t booked.

With Protect Ya Neck in hand the Clan hustles to get it on airwaves and in stores by any means necessary.

The Clan digs deep to make the perfect record to take the industry by storm.

Tension is thick as the Clan works together to build a home recording studio.

RZA makes a risky move to squash old beef.

The Clan becomes disillusioned with their paths as Bobby prepares to steer them in a new direction.

Bobby goes all in on music while the rest of the Clan struggles with life in the projects.

A new beginning is soured when a single decision turns Bobby’s life on its head.

A mysterious tape makes the rounds of NYC. As people try to figure out who this group is, Bobby and Dennis try to figure out how to handle Attila.

The Shaolin and the Wu Tang could be dangerous.

Industry Rule #4,080…

The Diggs family moves on but in different directions.

A bird’s eye view of Wu…

Divine returns home, but it doesn’t feel the same.

Bobby and Dennis find a new hustle to make some cream.

The death of a friend sends Dennis spiraling and divides Staten Island.

With Divine on the sideline, Dennis and Bobby step up to handle his responsibilities.

Staten Island, NY. The birth of Wu-Tang starts with a bang–literally.