Samuel L. Jackson and John David Washington are set to adapt August Wilson's acclaimed play, The Piano Lesson, for the screen following their successful Broadway revival in 2022.

The film marks the directorial debut of Malcolm Washington, who co-wrote the screenplay with Virgil Williams, while Denzel Washington serves as a producer.

Set in 1936 Pittsburgh, the story centers on a conflict between siblings over a prized family piano, which symbolizes their heritage and identity.

The narrative explores themes of intergenerational dynamics, resilience, and the definition of legacy, as the siblings grapple with their family's past.

John David Washington plays Boy Willie, who wishes to sell the piano to build a family fortune, while his sister, portrayed by Danielle Deadwyler, aims to preserve it as a piece of family history.

The film features a star-studded cast including Samuel L. Jackson, Danielle Deadwyler, Ray Fisher, and Corey Hawkins, many of whom reprise their roles from the Broadway production.

The Piano Lesson is scheduled for release in select theaters on November 8, with streaming on Netflix starting November 22.

A trailer released on August 21 showcases Jackson as Doaker Charles and Washington as Boy Willie, highlighting the film's setting during the Great Depression.

Originally premiering in 1987, The Piano Lesson won several prestigious awards, including the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and is part of Wilson's 'American Century Cycle.'

Previous adaptations of Wilson's works, such as Fences and Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, garnered three Oscars from nine nominations, indicating strong awards potential for this film.

The film's music is composed by two-time Oscar winner Alexandre Desplat, adding to the film's artistic depth.

Malcolm Washington expressed his commitment to honoring August Wilson's legacy, hoping audiences will see their own stories reflected in this adaptation.