FX Announces The Drop Spinoff to Premiere Later This Year

FX has officially announced the title and release window for its long-awaited spinoff series, "The Drop: A Snowfall Saga." The new drama, which continues the story of the network's hit crime series "Snowfall," is slated to premiere later this year on FX and Hulu, with international availability on Disney.

The series shifts focus from the original show's protagonist, moving the narrative forward to 1990s Los Angeles. It will follow fan-favorite characters Wanda, played by Gail Bean, and Leon, played by Isaiah John, as they navigate the burgeoning West Coast rap scene. Their efforts to push the music into the mainstream unfold against a backdrop of escalating gang conflicts and record labels seeking to capitalize on hip-hop culture.

Development on the spinoff began in 2023 following the conclusion of "Snowfall" after six seasons. FX officially ordered the series to production in November 2025. The original series concluded with a tragic ending for its central character, Franklin Saint, portrayed by Damson Idris. After losing his fortune and family, Franklin was depicted as homeless and struggling with alcoholism, leaving narrative room for other characters to carry the story forward.