Set in the 1970s, the series follows Bumpy Johnson, one of the most powerful mafia leaders of the era. After being imprisoned in the 60s, Bumpy Johnson returns to freedom after 10 years, only to find the neighborhood he once ruled has undergone a transformation. The area has recently been taken over by the Italian mafia. To regain control, Bumpy declares war on the Genovese family. Throughout this process, he will receive significant help from radical pastor Malcolm X...