KING RICHARD – Official Trailer

“All my life I’ve been waiting for this…a Williams is going to win.” Will Smith is #KingRichard in the inspiring true story of the coach/mentor/father that brought us Venus & Serena Williams. In Theaters and streaming exclusively on HBO Max November 19.


Based on the true story that will inspire the world, Warner Bros. Pictures’ “King Richard follows the journey of Richard Williams, an undeterred father instrumental in raising two of the most extraordinarily gifted athletes of all time, who will end up changing the sport of tennis forever. Two-time Oscar nominee Will Smith (“Ali,” “The Pursuit of Happyness,” “Bad Boys for Life”) stars as Richard, under the direction of Reinaldo Marcus Green (“Monsters and Men”).

Driven by a clear vision of their future and using unconventional methods, Richard has a plan that will take Venus and Serena Williams from the streets of Compton, California to the global stage as legendary icons. The profoundly moving film shows the power of family, perseverance and unwavering belief as a means to achieve the impossible and impact the world.

Aunjanue Ellis (“If Beale Street Could Talk,” TV’s “Quantico”) plays the girls’ mom, Oracene “Brandi” Williams, Saniyya Sidney (“Hidden Figures,” “Fences”) stars as Venus Williams, Demi Singleton (TV’s “Godfather of Harlem”) stars as Serena Williams, with Tony Goldwyn (the “Divergent” series, TV’s “Scandal”) as coach Paul Cohen and Jon Bernthal (upcoming “The Many Saints of Newark,” “Ford v Ferrari”) as coach Rick Macci. The ensemble also includes Andy Bean (“IT Chapter Two”), Kevin Dunn (the “Transformers” films, HBO’s “Veep”) and Craig Tate (“Greyhound”).

Green directed “King Richard” from a screenplay written by Zach Baylin. The producers were Tim White and Trevor White under their Star Thrower Entertainment banner, and Will Smith under his Westbrook banner. Isha Price, Serena Williams, Venus Williams, James Lassiter, Jada Pinkett Smith, Adam Merims, Lynn Harris, Allan Mandelbaum, Jon Mone and Peter Dodd served as the executive producers.

The behind-the-scenes creative team includes Oscar-winning director of photography Robert Elswit (“There Will Be Blood”), production designers Wynn Thomas (“Da 5 Bloods,” “Hidden Figures”) and William Arnold (“The Hate U Give”), Oscar-nominated editor Pamela Martin (“The Fighter”), and two-time Oscar-nominated costume designer Sharen Davis (“Dreamgirls,” “Ray”). The music is by Oscar-nominated composer Kris Bowers (“Space Jam: A New Legacy,” “A Concerto is a Conversation”).

A Warner Bros. Pictures Presentation, A Star Thrower Entertainment Production, A Westbrook Production, A Keepin’ It Reel Production, “King Richard” is slated for U.S. release on November 19, 2021 in theaters and on HBO Max via the Ad-Free plan; it will be available on HBO Max for 31 days from theatrical release.

[mehmetsalihcasut]

I can say that will Smith is the pinnacle of his natural acting.

[A.Millennium]

" they're just not used to seeing good-looking people like us " man this got so many good quotes, we need more parents who not only teach their kids they are going to shake up the world but believe it and help them to achieve it

[Joshbryanpart]

King Richard definitely looks like a worthy motion picture.

[jumairs]

this guy's a great actor. would be a shame if he hit the host of the oscars right before he wins the award for best actor

[jamiepine]

came from the great slapping of '22, stayed for the incredible movie

[lukassabat]

Am a 28 year old man, and I cried watching king Richard, that's how deep it gets.

[GinaSigillito]

So inspiring. There’s nothing like a father who believes in his daughters.

[pijushasinha]

This will be one of the most heart touching story, after Pursuit of Happyness. Loved it

[stephenmccollum]

One of the most incredible stories in sports history. And it all came true out of Compton

[ryanperez]

This movie will make you want to hug your dad. It's the film that the world needed; an uplifting story about never giving up. Will Smith gave his greatest performance since "The Pursuit of Happyness" and he'll win his first Academy Award. He knows how to play an awesome dad.

[ReadyPlayerTomVR]

He knows how to hook his audience, I had a swinging good time watching this, it's almost as he committed a crime for how shocking his performance was, definitely the smash hit of the year.

[deionwoods]

Venus and Serena have came a long way. I never knew their story until watching this gem. They were so young!!! So glad they both got a chance to shine and soar like the amazing athletes they ARE!!

[sushobhanroy]

I can remember Seven Pounds (2008) got me teared up so badly a long time ago.
The way Will Smith conveys genuine empathy with his eyes is phenomenal.

[nayden]

Normally I would roll my eyes to some of these types of movies, but this story particularly from the fathers perspective is fascinating and inspirational.

[yurielcundangan]

Popular Opinion: Every single one of ya'll agrees that King Richard made our Day GREAT:

[williamturner]

First time in a Will Smith trailer where it took me a minute to realise that was Will Smith

[reformedummy]

Just finished watching the movie it’s outstanding. I seriously recommend watching it or you’re missing out

[eddievillarreal]

Excited to hear Beyoncé’s song be alive 😍😍

[shaunkenneally]

Nothing better than a movie, about a real man that talked the talk, and walked the Walk.

[TheSudini]

Damn, this brought tears to my eyes...