King Richard

Reinaldo Marcus Green directed this 2021 American sports drama, written by Zach Baylin, as a biography of Richard Williams (Will Smith) — the man who fathered and coached the renowned tennis players Venus and Serena Williams. Both sisters took executive producer credits on the picture. Set in Compton, California, the film follows Richard as he devises a detailed 78-page plan to train his daughters to become tennis champions, despite having no formal background in the sport. With the support of his wife, Oracene "Brandy" Price (Aunjanue Ellis), Richard navigates social and racial challenges, faces resistance from the tennis establishment, and employs unconventional training methods to pave the way for his daughters' success. The film also features Saniyya Sidney (Venus), Demi Singleton (Serena), Jon Bernthal (coach Rick Macci), and Tony Goldwyn (coach Paul Cohen). "King Richard" received positive reviews for its inspiring narrative and strong performances, particularly Will Smith's portrayal of Richard, which earned him the Academy Award for Best Actor. Despite critical acclaim, the film grossed approximately $39 million worldwide against a budget of $50 million.