Fan Casting Ragamuffin: The Rich Mullins Story

Ragamuffin is a powerful and poignant biopic miniseries that delves into the life of Richard Wayne Mullins, one of the most influential and beloved figures in contemporary Christian music. Known for his raw honesty, heartfelt lyrics, and spiritual depth, Rich Mullins was a man who never fully conformed to the expectations placed on him by both the music industry and the Christian community. This miniseries captures the contradictions, struggles, and divine inspiration that made Mullins an icon and an enigma. From his early years in rural Indiana to his rise as a Grammy-nominated artist, Ragamuffin explores the pivotal moments in Mullins’ life, focusing on his journey of faith, artistry, and the profound impact of his music. The series weaves together his relationships with other artists, his unorthodox lifestyle, and his search for deeper meaning—culminating in his commitment to live among Native American communities and his untimely death in a car crash at the age of 41. Each episode uncovers the personal battles he fought: struggles with fame, his disillusionment with the Christian music industry, and his desire to be authentic in his art and faith. But it also explores his redemptive moments—how songs like "Awesome God" and "Sometimes by Step" were born from personal pain and deep spiritual introspection, touching millions and becoming timeless anthems of faith.