Will Smith stars as Richard Williams, Venus and Serena’s father in Reinaldo Marcus Green’s upcoming biopic King Richard.
The cast rounds out with Aunjanue Ellis as Oracene “Brandi” Williams, Saniyya Sidney as Venus Williams, Demi Singleton as Serena Williams, and Jon Bernthal as Coach Rick Macci.
The film premieres in theaters on Nov. 19 and will also be streamable on HBO Max for 31 days after it releases in theaters.
According to the trailer, “This profoundly moving film shows the power of family, perseverance, and unwavering belief as a means to achieve the impossible—and truly change the world.”
“Based on the true story, King Richard follows the journey of Richard Williams (Will Smith), an undeterred father raising two of the most extraordinarily gifted athletes of all time—Venus and Serena Williams—who will alter the sport of tennis forever. Witness a father’s vision for his children’s future, his unconventional methods, and his love as he executes a brilliant plan to take his daughters from the streets of Compton, California to the global stage.”
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