Mike Epps and Oprah Winfrey to Star in Richard Pryor Biopic

For his upcoming film about the life of Richard Pryor, director Lee Daniels has announced through Twitter that Mike Epps will take on the role of the late comedian.

Oprah Winfrey will also be a part of the film to portray Pryor’s grandmother, Marie Carter. Pryor grew up with his grandmother, who ran a prostitution house, after his mother walked out when he was 10 years old.

This film won’t be the first time Winfrey and Daniels have teamed together for a film. She previously worked with Daniels for last year’s The Butler and 2009’s Precious.

The Richard Pryor biopic has long been in development, but looks to finally be happening thanks to Daniels and Winfrey.