King Richard is an engrossing family drama that tells the story of two of the greatest tennis players of all time, Venus and Serena Williams. Delving into their humble beginnings, it also revolves around their father and coach, Richard Williams, and how he has inspired and molded his daughters into the iconic athletes that they became to be. Finally arriving on streaming TV in Australia, find out how you can watch the King Richard movie starring Will Smith using this guide.
King Richard movie preview
King Richard is based on a true story about Richard Williams, the father and coach of two of the most extraordinarily gifted athletes of all time, Serena and Venus Williams. Williams has always aspired his daughters to become professional tennis players, having a clear vision of their future and setting up a plan for success before they were even born. While working as a security guard, he coaches Venus and Serena on a daily basis, together with his wife, Brandy, who works as a nurse.
Despite his daughters’ potential, he initially struggles to find them a professional coach. Working tirelessly to make things happen for them, he eventually crosses paths with Coach Rick Macci, who instantly sees that the girls have a promising future ahead of them. Knowing that Serena and Venus Willams changed tennis forever, the coach couldn’t be more right.
But finding success is not without its challenges. As the girls are catapulted into the world of professional tennis, at that time heavily laced with racism and misogyny, Williams goes to great lengths to protect her daughters, all the while they are treated as outsiders among the predominantly white, upper-class competitions.
Will Smith, who’s also a two-time Oscar nominee, finally wins Best Actor for his portrayal of Richard Williams in the film. It is directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green from a screenplay written by Zach Baylin. Both Venus and Serena Williams served as executive producers.
King Richard trailer
Before you start streaming the full movie, you can first watch the King Richard trailer below.
King Richard release date Australia
King Richard hit Australian cinemas last 13th January 2022. Movie fans who wanted to stream the movie online were able to do so after it became available on pay per view. Finally, after several months, the acclaimed drama will have its streaming TV debut on BINGE on 7th October 2002 and on Foxtel’s Movies Premiere on 8th October 2022.
For King Richard showtimes on Foxtel, you can check their TV guide to confirm the time of the premiere, as well as the replays.
| Movie | Running Time | IMDb |
|---|---|---|
| King Richard | 2h 25m | 7.5/10 |
Which streaming services show the movie?
King Richard is scheduled to premiere on Foxtel and Foxtel Now via the Movies Premiere channel on 8th October. Since BINGE has a content partnership with Warner Bros., King Richard also launches on the streaming service a day earlier on 7th October.
We’ve listed some of the most prominent streaming services in Australia below so it’s easier for you to keep track of every streaming platform that offers the King Richard movie for on demand viewing.
| Streaming Services | King Richard Australia |
|---|---|
| Foxtel | Yes |
| Foxtel Now | Yes |
| BINGE | Yes |
| Amazon Prime Video | No |
| Disney Plus | No |
| Paramount Plus | No |
| Netflix | No |
| Stan | No |
| Apple TV+ | No |
| Free to air | No |
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How to watch King Richard online in Australia?
The profoundly moving film shows an undeterred father instrumental in shaping two of the greatest tennis players of all time. To watch King Richard, Australia has Foxtel, which offers exclusive access via the Movies Premiere channel.
You can also find Movies Premiere on Foxtel Now. More than movies, Foxtel offers TV streaming with sports and drama channels for watching the latest trending shows. With Foxtel’s latest offers and deals, new customers can even save for up to 12 months on plan fees.
Movies HD is an add-on package on top of the standard Foxtel Plus bundle, while Foxtel Now users can find the channel as part of the Movies Pack. To access movies channels, you need to add it on top of the base Essentials pack. For those with no premium streaming subscriptions, the film won’t be available on free-to-air.
Watch King Richard on BINGE
To get started with your King Richard streaming, BINGE offers both classic and blockbuster movies in Australia. With a 7-day free trial, it’s even easier to access a great collection of films instantly without paying a cent for the first two weeks.
You can then choose from three streaming tiers to watch the latest shows and the best BINGE movies on demand. A Basic subscription costs $10 per month and allows you to stream in Standard Definition on one device. A Standard Plan is $19 per month and enables you to enjoy in standard or high definition on two devices.
The BINGE Premium Plan ($22 per month) is the last alternative, allowing you to stream on up to four screens/devices in SD or HD. BINGE plans are all ad-free. All three plans are subject to cancellation at any time.
Stream King Richard on Foxtel Now
To stream the King Richard movie, Foxtel Now is another great alternative. You can access the sports movie when you sign up for a free 10-day trial with Foxtel Now. This package also offers the opportunity to watch shows online and on the go via the Foxtel Go app.
After your free trial period expires, the Foxtel Now base pack called Essentials pack is only $35 per month. Premium packs like Drama Extra, Sport, and Movies can be added to your base plan. You will need to add the Movies pack in order to access Foxtel’s movie channels.
King Richard movie cast
One of the most amazing African American fathers to ever grace the screen, Richard Williams is portrayed by Will Smith, who won his first Best Actor award at the Oscars for taking on the role. The rest of the Williams’ family are portrayed by Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney, and Demi Singleton. Tony Goldwyn and Jon Bernthal also starred in supporting roles. Check out the complete King Richard cast and their respective characters below.
Other movies on Foxtel and BINGE
The Foxtel Now and the BINGE library are home to a huge range of best BINGE TV shows and movies for all tastes and ages from around the world. From drama and action to thriller shows and the top documentaries, you’re never short of something to watch, all created by the biggest names in entertainment.
New titles are added each and every week so the choice is never an issue. We have made a few more suggestions when it comes to what’s on Foxtel below so there’s always something to search and to watch.
