50 Cent Sparks Mixed Reaction Over Role In Explosive Docuseries About Diddy: 'Better Be Careful'

An explosive new docuseries about the life of Sean 'Diddy' Combs, produced by his longtime adversary, 50 Cent, is now streaming on Netflix. The four-part production, which highlights the rise and fall of Diddy and also features exclusive, never-before-seen footage, explores the many serious allegations that have been leveled against Diddy from the '90s to the present day.

"Sean Combs: The Reckoning" comes just two months after the disgraced rapper was sentenced to 50 months in prison following his conviction on two prostitution charges in October 2025. While Diddy serves his time at a federal prison in New Jersey, he's also fighting vigorously with his legal team to get his sentence overturned so that he can be reunited with his family. In the meantime, the public is continuing to watch his case unfold and is sharing their thoughts online about the new information released by Netflix and 50 Cent.

"The Reckoning" became available for streaming on Netflix in early December 2025, and in an interview with ABC News and Robin Roberts, 50 Cent, an executive producer, explained why he jumped on board to help bring the docuseries to life. "If I didn't say anything, you would interpret it as hip-hop is fine with his behaviors," the rapper said.

According to 50 Cent, real name Curtis Jackson, he felt an obligation to speak up for those who couldn't speak for themselves, adding that he's one of the few prominent figures being "vocal." He went on to say that if he didn't stand up for what he knows is right, "an entire culture" could be painted in a false light.

The four-part docuseries explores pivotal moments in Diddy's life and career, including his intense battle with Death Row Records and prominent rap figures from the '90s, his romantic relationships with celebrities, including Cassie Ventura, and much more. The series also shows viewers behind-the-scenes footage of the rapper during his federal investigation in September 2024.

Diddy's camp pushed back against the film's creators, implying that the footage of the "Finna Get Loose" rapper was obtained illegally. A spokesperson for the father of seven called the docuseries a "shameful hit piece" before claiming the individuals featured in the production have "personal grievances" against Diddy.

"Several of these stories have already been addressed in court filings, and others were never raised in any legal forum because they're simply not true. The project was built around a one-sided narrative led by a publicly admitted adversary, and it repeats allegations without context, evidence, or verification," the statement read.

The docuseries' director, Alexandria Stapleton, told Tudum, Netflix's internal publication, that Diddy's team's claims about the footage are untrue and that the streaming giant obtained the clips "legally and have the necessary rights." Stapleton shared that the producers reached out to Diddy's team for comment "multiple times;" however, they did not hear back.

 "The claims being made about 'Sean Combs: The Reckoning' are false. The project has no ties to any past conversations between Sean Combs and Netflix," Netflix said about the controversy. "The footage of Combs leading up to his indictment and arrest were legally obtained. This is not a hit piece or an act of retribution. Curtis Jackson is an executive producer but does not have creative control. No one was paid to participate."

Clips from "The Reckoning" have already sparked wide-ranging reactions, and one that drew attention from many, including 50 Cent, featured Diddy greeting fans in Harlem.

After taking pictures with his supporters, the rapper hopped back into his luxury vehicle and told those around him he needed hand sanitizer and a bath.

"Got in the car and said, 'Ugh, I feel like I need to wash, like, I'm [dirty],' … it shows you his character," 50 Cent said. "What's the odds that you would do that in front of a camera? Like, that's one of the moments where he forgot he was on tape."

Social media users also chimed in under an Instagram post, with one calling 50 Cent a "genius" for producing such a gripping series.

Another said, "Note to self: Never get in a fight with 50. Dude never forgives."

"50 said, 'Not on my watch,'" a third individual wrote. "This is why it's so important to speak out. To hold people accountable."

Some other users, though, weren't as thrilled about the docuseries or the unseen footage.

"50 better be careful. What goes around comes around!" someone wrote, while another said the docuseries is "nasty work."

"50 is taking great pleasure in Diddy's downfall," another posted.