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'''''King Richard''''' is a 2021 American biographical drama film directed by [[Reinaldo Marcus Green]] and written by Zach Baylin, with famed tennis players [[Venus Williams|Venus]] and [[Serena Williams]] serving as executive producers. It follows the life of Richard Williams, their father and coach (played by [[Will Smith]]), and additionally stars [[Aunjanue Ellis]], [[Saniyya Sidney]], Demi Singleton, [[Tony Goldwyn]], and [[Jon Bernthal]].
'''''King Richard''''' is a 2021 American biographical drama film directed by [[Reinaldo Marcus Green]] and written by Zach Baylin, with famed tennis players [[Venus Williams|Venus]] and [[Serena Williams]] serving as executive producers. It follows the life of Richard Williams, their father and coach (played by [[Will Smith]]), and additionally stars [[Aunjanue Ellis]], [[Saniyya Sidney]], Demi Singleton, [[Tony Goldwyn]], and [[Jon Bernthal]].


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King Richard is a 2021 American biographical drama film directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and written by Zach Baylin, with famed tennis players Venus and Serena Williams serving as executive producers. It follows the life of Richard Williams, their father and coach (played by Will Smith), and additionally stars Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney, Demi Singleton, Tony Goldwyn, and Jon Bernthal.

Its world premiere was held at the 48th Telluride Film Festival on September 2, 2021, and it was released by Warner Bros. Pictures on November 19, 2021 in theaters and on the HBO Max streaming service. The film has received positive reviews so far, with Smith's performance garnering universal global acclaim and an Oscar.

Tropes used in King Richard (film) include:
  • Historical Villain Upgrade: Arantxa Sanchez Vicario is portrayed in a villainous light for taking extended bathroom breaks. The real woman was still alive when the movie was released and was less than pleased.