The Queen of Sheba

The Epic Opportunity

Imagine a Game of Thrones-scale epic set in the majestic ancient world of Africa and the Middle East—where empires rise and fall, where faith and power collide, and where the greatest love story ever told unfolds between two legendary rulers.

This is the opportunity to create a cinematic world that has never been seen on screen: the opulent splendor of the Queen of Sheba's African kingdom, the breathtaking grandeur of Solomon's Jerusalem, and the perilous journey across deserts, kingdoms, and belief systems that connects them.

The Hero

At the center stands one of history's most extraordinary women: the Queen of Sheba—a young black woman renowned across the ancient world as the most beautiful and intelligent ruler of her time. She commands armies, governs with wisdom beyond her years, and fears no king—not even the legendary Solomon himself.

Revered in three major religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam), her story has captivated the world for millennia. Now, based on Tosca Lee's best-selling novel, we bring her fully realized to the screen as the powerful, complex hero she deserves to be.

A World of Majesty and Music

This is a chance to showcase the magnificence of ancient Africa and the Middle East in ways never before seen:

Visual Grandeur
From the lush landscapes of Ethiopia and Yemen to the golden splendor of Solomon's Temple—palaces adorned with incense and myrrh, caravans laden with treasures, courts filled with intrigue and power.

The Magic of African Music
The soundtrack of this world pulses with authentic African instrumentation—drums, kora, and ancient wind instruments—creating a sonic landscape that blends the spiritual rhythms of Africa with the mystical sounds of the Middle East. Music becomes a character itself, weaving through scenes of ceremony, romance, and revelation.

The Greatest Love Story Ever Told

What begins as a test of wits between two powerful rulers becomes an epic romance that transcends kingdoms and faith. The Queen's journey to Jerusalem is a collision of two worlds, two belief systems, two souls destined to transform each other.

This is not just political intrigue—it's a love story written in scripture and legend, passed down through thousands of years across cultures and continents.

A Journey of Faith and Conversion

At its heart, this is a profound spiritual odyssey. The Queen arrives as a skeptic seeking to test Solomon's God—and leaves transformed by an encounter with the divine. Her journey of faith mirrors her journey of the heart, making this both an intimate character study and an inspirational exploration of belief, doubt, and ultimate conversion.

Historically grounded yet cinematically epic, The Queen of Sheba offers the rare opportunity to tell a story that is both spectacle and soul—a series that will resonate with audiences seeking representation, romance, faith, and the grandeur of worlds yet unseen.

Format

6-episode limited series, each episode 60 minutes

Confidential Note

This project is in active development with major studio backing. Full creative materials including the series bible, director's lookbook, and casting shortlist are available in the protected section below.