Kingsley Ben-Adir (Malcolm X in One Night in Miami) stars as Bob Marley while Lashana Lynch portrays Rita Marley. The official trailer was recently unveiled for this biopic film about Bob Marley. Ziggy and Cedella Marley along with Rita have come together to produce this movie, while Reinaldo Marcus Green from King Richard will be taking charge as director. The Story One Love is a biopic about reggae legend Bob Marley, featuring Kingsley Ben-Adir as his iconic singer persona and being shot both in England and Jamaica, adding authenticity. Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and featuring Lashana Lynch (No Time to Die) as Rita (Bob's wife). Produced by notable celebrities like Brad Pitt, Michael Gandolfini Robert Teitel Jeremy Kleiner Dede Gardner this movie will hit theaters January 2024. The film follows Bob from 1976-1978, an extremely significant time in his life when he created and held the groundbreaking One Love Peace Concert in Jamaica. Additionally, this documentary chronicles his battle against drug addiction. Kingsley Ben-Adir made an outstanding choice as Bob Marley in this film. As a British actor who has appeared in shows such as Peaky Blinders and One Night In Miami, Kingsley earned praise for his portrayal of this legendary singer - even going so far as losing weight and learning how to play guitar and master the Jamaican dialect in order to fully immerse himself into character. As it was completely unrecognizable in the film, many fans were concerned about his authenticity; but he pulled off an exceptional performance which even earned praise from Ziggy Marley himself! If you want to delve further into Bob Marley's story, be sure to watch this trailer. It will give an insightful view into his amazing music as well as help to understand more of his life and vision. Written by Zach Baylin, Frank E Flowers, and Terence Winter for this film; check out its trailer below. The Cast Bob Marley's music touched millions around the globe, and soon his story will be brought to the big screen by Paramount Pictures. Paramount released its first trailer Thursday (July 6) featuring actors portraying him. Kingsley Ben-Adir plays Marley while Lashana Lynch portrays Rita. Reinaldo Marcus Green's critically-acclaimed biopic King Richard inspired One Love's director Reinaldo Marcus Green to focus on pivotal moments from Marley's life following an assassination attempt and return to Jamaica for One Love Peace Concerts in 1976 and 1977 respectively. The trailer opens with an excerpt of Marley stating, in his own voiceover, that reggae music belongs to all people and quickly goes through significant moments like performances and studio sessions as well as personal encounters and shots of Jamaica in an exciting montage before abruptly changing tone when Marley is the target of an assassination attempt just days prior to his Smile Jamaica Concert. One Love chronicles this extraordinary journey and celebrates a cultural icon who left an enduring legacy of musical harmony through music. As part of its authenticity, filming took place both in Jamaica and England, featuring predominantly Jamaican cast both in front of and behind the camera. Ziggy and Cedella Marley - esteemed children of Bob Marley - serve as producers for this much-awaited feature. The Trailer Kingsley Ben-Adir stars as legendary reggae musician Bob Marley while Lashana Lynch portrays Rita Marley. This biopic has been in production for four or five years; and this trailer gives viewers an exclusive peek into Marley's journey from humble Jamaican beginnings to global fame as it shows concerts performed live by him and scenes featuring The Wailers behind-the-scenes, promising an entertaining viewing experience for fans eager to hear more of his story. Audiences can hear clips of Marley's best-known songs during the trailer, such as Redemption Song, No Woman No Cry, Buffalo Soldier, Could You Be Loved and One Love. Their lyrics appear onscreen to depict reggae music's message of unity and solidarity. Filming for this film took place across Jamaica including Trench Town where Marley lived and grew up as well as National Heroes Circle in Kingston for night scene shots for a famous Marley concert performance; all this to capture true essence of legend according to film's official site. Kingsley Ben-Adir has garnered much praise for his portrayal of Bob Marley in the film Marley & Me. On Instagram he expressed his pride and honor in having known this incredible figure through music and this incredible story; further stating his delight for people to view the film portrayal he considers accurate of his father. Reinaldo Marcus Green, best known for helming the biopic King Richard, headed up this project. Zach Baylin, Frank E. Flowers and Terence Winter wrote the screenplay while Ziggy Marley (Cedella Marley's brother) as well as Rita Marley serve as executive producers on this film that is scheduled to hit theaters January 12, 2024 - watch out if this also makes Oscar contention like Bohemian Rhapsody and Elvis! The Poster Fans were thrilled to witness Bob Marley finally get the big-budget biopic he deserves earlier this week when the trailer for Bob Marley: One Love was unveiled. Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and featuring Kingsley Ben-Adir as him, Marley finally receives his due. Ben-Adir was joined in this production by Lashana Lynch (No Time to Die), James Norton as Bob Marley's father James Norton; Tosin Cole from Doctor Who; Michael Gandolfini from "The Many Saints of Newark") Anthony Welsh as Hanna; Nadine Marshall from "The Smoking Room") and Umi Myers from Silent Witness - with filming taking place both in England and Jamaica for maximum authenticity; with Marley family involvement being one further element that ensured accuracy in portraying their family member roles! To further ensure accuracy during filming sessions According to director Reinaldo Marcus Green, his motivation behind making the film was simple. People may know his songs but don't really understand what life was like for Bob Marley day-to-day - this cast is truly dedicated to bringing his story alive." The trailer begins with a voiceover highlighting how inclusive reggae music can be seen as "people music." As significant moments from his life are quickly combined into an emotional tale, it quickly becomes evident that this story will be compelling to watch. Bob Marley: One Love will surely capture audiences when it hits theaters on January 12, 2024. Produced by multiple members of the Marley family - Ziggy Marley, Rita Marley and Cedella Marley along with Robert Teitel, Jeremy Kleiner and Dede Gardner.