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Comedian Druski is bringing his viral megachurch pastor character to Netflix with a new comedy series titled Collect & Praise. The upcoming show will feature actor and comedian Mike Epps as the pastor’s deacon.
The series will follow the unlikely pair as they navigate scandals, chaos, and controversy. Their schemes will serve as the center of the semi-scripted comedy, which draws inspiration from Druski’s popular internet character.
Collect & Praise marks a major career milestone for Druski. The project will be his first long-form television adaptation of an internet persona. It also expands his growing presence in television and entertainment.
Druski teams up with Mike Epps for Netflix comedy
Druski will produce the series through his production company, 4Lifers Entertainment. Mike Epps will co-star as the pastor’s deacon, bringing another familiar comedy personality to the project.
The pairing brings together two comedians known for their distinctive humor. Druski has built a massive online following through viral skits and characters. Meanwhile, Epps has established a long career in stand-up comedy, film, and television.
The new series will build on the popularity of Druski’s megachurch pastor character. His portrayal of an exaggerated religious leader has attracted significant attention across social media.
The show’s semi-scripted format will allow the comedy to explore exaggerated situations involving the pastor and his deacon. Their activities will reportedly lead to scandals, controversy, and plenty of unexpected situations.
Netflix adds Druski’s viral YouTube content
Beyond the upcoming comedy series, Netflix will also license selected titles from Druski’s existing entertainment catalog.
The titles include Coulda Been Love and Coulda Been Records Auditions. Both projects have contributed to his success as a digital entertainer and content creator.
Druski’s YouTube productions have collectively generated more than 1 billion views. That impressive figure highlights the reach of his online comedy and the growing demand for his content.
The Netflix deal gives the streaming platform access to some of his most popular digital productions. It also creates an opportunity for new audiences to discover his work.
When does Collect & Praise premiere?
Collect & Praise is scheduled to premiere on Netflix on December 1. The release will introduce Druski’s viral pastor character to a broader television audience.
With Mike Epps joining the cast, the project brings together two generations of comedy talent. Fans will also get to see how Druski transforms one of his popular internet characters into a longer television production.
The upcoming series represents another step in the comedian’s entertainment career as he moves beyond short-form social media content.
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