The official cast for the biopic King Richard had been released yesterday.
Casts of Will Smith’s biopic King Richard
The Will Smith led film King Richard is a biopic on the father of Venus and Serena Williams, Richard William. The film is scheduled for release on 25th November 2020. The official cast for the film has been released in which Will Smith will play the role of Richard Williams, Saniyya Sidney (Fences, Hidden Figures) and Demi Singleton (Godfather of Harem) will play the role of young Venus and Serena Williams.
The film is directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and produced by Tim White, Trevor White, James Lassiter and Allan Mandalbaum. In addition to it Aunjanue Ellis , Emmy nominated and When They See Us Star will play the role of matriarch Oracene Brandy Williams. The film is writing by Zach Baylin. The film is a Westbrook Studios and Star Thrower co production. The project for the studio is being seen by Peter Dodd
What is the biopic film King Richard about?
The film is a true story about Richard Williams and how Venus and Serena Williams have rise to stardom in the tennis world. Both the sisters have collectively won a total of four Olympic gold medals and 30 Grand Slam Singles titles. They both have remained dominating figure in the tennis court over the years. In the film Richard Williams played by Will Smith who is portrayed as a strong willed father of making his daughters the best tennis player in the World. The film is about the struggles and challenges he faced while making them the best tennis player.
Many people were disappointed with the fact that Will Smith will play the role of Venus and Serena Williams. They also expressed their disappointment in the social media stating that he is not black enough for the role.