Nemesis: A Thrilling Crime Drama Series Coming to Netflix on May 14, 2026
Y’Lan Noel and Matthew Law star in the upcoming crime drama series Nemesis on Netflix, set to premiere on May 14, 2026. The show, created by Courtney A. Kemp, follows the story of expert criminal Coltrane Wilder, played by Noel, and top police detective Isaih Stiles, portrayed by Law. The series aims to subvert the heist genre with thrilling life-or-death stakes, family dynamics, and explosive action, while exploring the motivations that drive, sustain, and ultimately destroy its characters.
Filmed in Los Angeles, Nemesis marks Kemp's first project under her overall deal with Netflix, following her successful tenure at Lionsgate TV with the Power franchise. The 8-episode series also features Cleopatra Coleman, Tre Hale, Domenick Lombardozzi, Jonnie Park, Ariana Guerra, Gabrielle Dennis, Michael Potts, Sophina Brown, Cedric Joe, and Jeff Pierre in key roles. With a diverse cast and bold storytelling, Nemesis promises to captivate viewers with its unique take on the crime drama genre.
Nne Ebong, vp of studio scripted series at Netflix, expressed excitement about the collaboration with Kemp and the creative vision behind Nemesis. The series is set to dominate cultural conversations, building on Kemp's track record of creating compelling and engaging shows. With guest stars like Moe Irvin, Quincy Isaiah, Jay Reeves, and Stephanie Sigman, Nemesis is poised to deliver a gripping and immersive viewing experience for audiences worldwide.
Courtney A. Kemp serves as the series creator, showrunner, and executive producer, alongside co-creator and executive producer Tani Marole. Mario Van Peebles directs the first two episodes of Nemesis and also serves as an executive producer, working with Chris Selak and Philipp Barnett to bring Kemp's vision to life on screen. As the anticipation builds for the premiere of Nemesis, fans can expect a high-octane and emotionally charged series that pushes the boundaries of traditional crime dramas.