Will Smith Stars as Venus and Serena Williams’ Father in First ‘King Richard’ Trailer
(HOLLYWOOD, CA) Movie News: Global Icon Actor Will Smith stars as the highly driven father to tennis legends Venus and Serena Williams in the first trailer for King Richard.
Smith portrays Richard Williams in the biopic, directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green (Monsters And Men) while the Williams sisters themselves are played by Saniyya Sidney and Demi Singleton, per The Hollywood Reporter.
Aunjanue Ellis, Tony Goldwyn and Jon Bernthal also appear as Oracene “Brandi” Williams and coaches Paul Cohen and Rick Macci respectively.
We all know both Williams sisters dominated the tennis world for years during their peak, often appearing against each other in Grand Slam finals. Serena has gone on to win more Grand Slam singles titles (23) than any other woman or man during the open era. The pair also won 14 Grand Slam titles as a doubles team, as well as three doubles gold medals at the Olympics.
Since the beginning Mr Williams had a clear vision of their future and using unconventional methods, Richard has a plan that will take Venus and Serena from the streets of Compton, California to the global stage. “This world ain’t never had no respect for Richard Williams,” he tells his daughters in the trailer. “But they’re going to respect y’all.” This Film sure to create Oscar buzz when it hit theaters in November. Checkout the first Trailer now above:
