Rise (2020 film)


Rise is an upcoming Christian sports drama film directed by Kevin Rodney Sullivan and starring Sterling K. Brown.

Plot

The film tells the true story of Willie Davis, a high school janitor who steps up to coach the failing basketball program. As he inspires his team to prioritize "The Lord, books and basketball" toward success in sports and life, he turns things around for them all, leading them on to the state championship.

Cast

It was announced in early 2019 that Sterling K. Brown would star as Davis. Filming commenced in May 2019, in Louisiana.