Fans had to wait a really long time for ‘Godfather of Harlem’ Season 4 to come out. The third season ended way back in March 2023, and after more than two years of waiting, the new season finally premiered in June 2025. But as the saying goes, good things take time!
The show stars Forest Whitaker as Bumpy Johnson, a powerful and complicated gangster trying to take control of Harlem in the 1960s. Season 4 dives deeper into Bumpy’s fight against New York’s Mafia families, as they all battle for power and territory. It also introduces a new and important character, Frank Lucas, played by Rome Flynn. (If that name sounds familiar, it’s because he’s the same gangster played by Denzel Washington in American Gangster, definitely a movie worth rewatching if you’re a fan!)
Now that the fourth season has wrapped up, fans are starting to wonder what’s next. Will there be a fifth season? Is Bumpy’s story over, or is there more drama coming? So far, there hasn’t been an official announcement from MGM+ about a renewal, but people are hopeful.
Here’s what we know about the future of the Godfather of Harlem, and why Season 5 might be closer than we think.
Will there be a season 5 of Godfather of Harlem?
As of now, Godfather of Harlem hasn’t officially been renewed for a fifth season, but there’s reason to stay hopeful. The show’s creator and showrunner, Chris Brancato, recently shared that things are looking good for the future of the series.
In an interview from May 2025, Brancato told The Hollywood Reporter that Season 4 had a strong premiere and performed really well. That’s usually a good sign when it comes to renewing a show. He said, “They tell me this show premiered very, very well this season,” which gives him hope that Season 5 will get the green light. But, of course, nothing is certain until the network makes it official.
Brancato also explained that Bumpy Johnson’s real-life story still has more to tell. Historically, Bumpy died in 1968, and in the show, we’re currently in the year 1966. That means there’s still room for the character’s journey to continue, depending on Forest Whitaker’s availability and whether MGM+ wants to keep going.
So while we don’t have a solid answer yet, the signs are promising. And considering how Season 4 ended (without giving spoilers!), it really feels like there’s more story coming. Fans can stay hopeful that Season 5 is on the way.
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Where to watch Godfather of Harlem
If you want to catch up on Godfather of Harlem, you’re in luck, all four seasons are currently available to stream on MGM+.
You can subscribe to MGM+ directly for $6.99 per month. Another option is to add MGM+ to your Amazon Prime Video account as a channel, which also costs $6.99/month. The good part? Amazon offers a 7-day free trial for new users, so you can check it out before paying.
Besides that, MGM+ is also available through Philo and fuboTV, which are other streaming platforms that offer live and on-demand content. So no matter how you prefer to stream, there are several ways to watch the show and dive into Bumpy Johnson’s story.
Is The Godfather of Harlem on Hulu?
Yes! Seasons 1 through 3 of Godfather of Harlem are also available to stream on Hulu.
If you’re new to Hulu, you can try it out with a 30-day free trial on their basic plan (which includes ads). After the trial ends, the subscription costs $9.99 per month.
Prefer watching without interruptions? You can upgrade to the ad-free plan for $18.99 per month. So, whether you’re just starting the show or want to rewatch earlier seasons, Hulu is another great way to dive into Bumpy Johnson’s world.
