CRACKLE, A SONY NETWORK, ANNOUNCES MARCH 8TH PREMIERE OF NEW ORIGINAL SCRIPTED SERIES, "THE OATH" FROM CURTIS "50 CENT" JACKSON AND HIS G-UNIT FILM & TELEVISION INC; FREE STREAMING NETWORK RELEASES NEW ART AND TEASER TRAILER

Created by Joe Halpin, a Former Los Angeles County Sheriff's Deputy, the Hour-Long Drama Stars Ryan Kwanten, Katrina Law, Cory Hardrict, Arlen Escarpeta, J.J. Soria and 'Game of Thrones' Alum Sean Bean

CULVER CITY, Calif. (November 30, 2017) - Crackle, a Sony Network, today announced a March 8th premiere for its new scripted original drama, "The Oath" starring Ryan Kwanten ("True Blood"), Cory Hardrict (American Sniper, Gran Torino), Arlen Escarpeta ("The Magicians"), Katrina Law ("Training Day"), J.J. Soria ("Animal Kingdom," "The Fosters) and "Game of Thrones" alum, Sean Bean. The free ad-supported network also released new art as well as the teaser trailer.

The 10-episode series explores a world of gangs made up of those sworn to protect and defend and sheds light on corrupt and secret societies that are nearly impossible to join - only a select few make the cut-but once inside, members will do what they must to protect each other from enemies on the outside and from within their own ranks.

Created by Joe Halpin ("Hawaii Five-O," "Secrets and Lies"), who worked as a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department deputy in South Central for 17 years, 12 of which as an undercover officer, the series takes ?an unforgiving look at the complicated dynamics in these organizations and documents the lives of those willing to risk it all, to have it all.

Rounding out the ensemble cast are: Michael Malarkey ("The Vampire Diaries"), Eve Mauro ("CSI Miami"), Kwame Patterson ("The Wire," "American Crime Story"), Linda Purl ("Homeland," "True Blood") and Elisabeth R�hm ("Law & Order").

"The Oath" is executive produced by Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson and his G-Unit Film & Television Inc., Todd Hoffman and Dennis Kim of Storied Media Group, Anne Clements ("StartUp") and Joe Halpin who is also creator, writer and showrunner. The series is directed by Jeff T. Thomas ("Blindspot," "Wayward Pines") and Luis Prieto (Kidnap, "StartUp").

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About G-Unit Film & Television, Inc.

In 2005, Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson founded the production company, G-Unit Film & Television, Inc. producing a wide variety of content across various platforms. Jackson has quickly sold a myriad of projects to various networks. Among these is the record shattering "Power," STARZ's number-one series that premiered in June 2014, in which Jackson not only stars in but also serves as executive producer. In July 2016 it was announced that STARZ extended Jackson & G-Unit Film & Television, Inc.'s exclusive overall deal for another year into September 2018 to develop new projects for the network and continue as executive producer on "Power." Additional announced G-Unit Film & Television, Inc. credits include: the variety show "50 Central" on BET, two dramas, "The Oath," and "RPM" (WT) for Crackle, Sony Pictures Television Networks, the development of "Tomorrow, Today" on STARZ and SundanceTV's critically acclaimed series "Dream School."

About Crackle

From fast-paced action, to escapist comedy to binge-worthy dramas, Crackle features a robust library of curated and entertaining acquisitions and premium original content for today's connected and engaged enthusiast audience?. Sony Pictures Television Networks' free, ad-supported network offers an ever-changing lineup of Hollywood's top feature films and popular TV shows and is accessible in the U.S. and Canada with no subscription or commitment required. New titles, in genres including Drama, Action, Fandom, Comedy and Thriller, are added each month and content is accessible on every connected device. Available in 21 countries, including Latin America, Crackle lets viewers login to save favorites and resume watching on any platform. For more information, go to Crackle.com or follow @Crackle ?on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for real-time updates.