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Rico King(I)

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Rico King
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Rico King is a producer, director, actor, and humanitarian. While he pursued a business major during his education, Rico's true passion lay in the art of storytelling and filmmaking. Driven by an innate creative flair and a desire to make a difference, he embarked on a journey to use cinema as a platform for meaningful narratives.

Throughout his career, Rico's exceptional talent and dedication were recognized with two-time diamond awards at the esteemed Mount Vernon Film Festival in 2016 and 2017 for his thought-provoking documentaries, "Tears in the Bayou" and "Down in The Hole." These films tackled pressing social issues with sensitivity and depth, earning him critical acclaim, and solidifying his position as a filmmaker with a unique voice. Rico's commitment to serving others was further acknowledged when he received a certificate of recognition from Houston Strong for his selfless efforts as a volunteer first responder during the aftermath of Hurricane Harvey.

One of Rico's most significant achievements was the resounding success of his documentary "Tears in The Bayou." The film provided an unflinching look at the impact of gun violence on the city of Houston, resonating deeply with audiences worldwide. The documentary garnered over 4 million views on YouTube, demonstrating Rico's ability to use storytelling to inspire conversations and raise awareness about crucial social issues. Beyond his documentary work, Rico King's versatility as a filmmaker was showcased in the triumph of his urban crime drama series, "G Code The Series." The series captivated viewers and resulted in the sale of over 40,000 DVDs, further cementing Rico's position as a versatile and impactful storyteller.

Outside the realm of filmmaking, Rico's compassionate nature extends to his charity work in Tanzania. His involvement in providing food, mosquito nets, and educational support to children in his village reflects his deep-rooted desire to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

With a visionary outlook, Rico King aspires to leave a profound legacy as one of the greatest filmmakers of his generation. He aims to use storytelling as a potent instrument to foster empathy, understanding, and positive change in society. Rico's impact as a filmmaker and humanitarian is poised to resonate with audiences, inspiring future generations of storytellers.
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    Known for

    Tears in the Bayou (2017)
    Tears in the Bayou
    8.7
    • Director
    • 2017
    BLK: An Origin Story (2022)
    BLK: An Origin Story
    8.8
    TV Series
    • Bartender
    • Black Loyalist
    An Unexpected Killer (2019)
    An Unexpected Killer
    6.5
    TV Series
    • Jimmy McClain
    Vivica A. Fox, Robin Givens, Ashanti, and Eva Marcille in A New Diva's Christmas Carol (2022)
    A New Diva's Christmas Carol
    5.3
    TV Movie
    • VJ
    • 2022

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    Actor



    • A Time to Kill (2020)
      A Time to Kill
      6.8
      TV Series
      • William Walker
      • Detective Eric Barnes
      • 2022–2023
    • Vivica A. Fox, Robin Givens, Ashanti, and Eva Marcille in A New Diva's Christmas Carol (2022)
      A New Diva's Christmas Carol
      5.3
      TV Movie
      • VJ
      • 2022
    • Ana Ciubara, Jamal Woolard, Neal Kodinsky, Chris Pera, Jeremy Rashad Brown, Antrone Harris, and Regina Ting Chen in RI$E (2022)
      RI$E
      6.2
      • Corey
      • 2022
    • BLK: An Origin Story (2022)
      BLK: An Origin Story
      8.8
      TV Series
      • Bartender
      • Black Loyalist
      • 2022
    • Paranormal 911 (2019)
      Paranormal 911
      7.0
      TV Series
      • Henry's Partner (as Rico Richard King)
      • 2020
    • Untold Stories of the ER (2004)
      Untold Stories of the ER
      7.4
      TV Series
      • Duke
      • 2020
    • An Unexpected Killer (2019)
      An Unexpected Killer
      6.5
      TV Series
      • Jimmy McClain
      • 2020
    • Jaqueline Rudison in Tear Drops and Closed Caskets (2018)
      Tear Drops and Closed Caskets
      • Mooney
      • 2018
    • Doorbell (2017)
      Doorbell
      Short
      • 2017
    • BedFellas (2017)
      BedFellas
      6.6
      • DEA Agent
      • 2017
    • Tales of King City (2015)
      Tales of King City
      • Mooney
      • 2015
    • Miranda K. Spigener, Richard DeCosta, Frank Blenman, Bobby Ashley, Jordan Carey, TerriAnn Peters, Aubrey Erin Spigener, Asher Matthews, Jeremy Fiorentino, Rico King, and Carrington Lopez in Positive (2014)
      Positive
      Short
      • Angel
      • 2014
    • Rico King and David Richard in Laugh Now, Cry Later (2013)
      Laugh Now, Cry Later
      • Prince
      • 2013

    Director



    • Jaqueline Rudison in Tear Drops and Closed Caskets (2018)
      Tear Drops and Closed Caskets
      • Director
      • 2018
    • Tears in the Bayou (2017)
      Tears in the Bayou
      8.7
      • Director
      • 2017
    • Tales of King City (2015)
      Tales of King City
      • Director
      • 2015
    • Down in the Hole (2015)
      Down in the Hole
      • Director
      • 2015
    • Rico King and David Richard in Laugh Now, Cry Later (2013)
      Laugh Now, Cry Later
      • Director
      • 2013

    Producer



    • Jaqueline Rudison in Tear Drops and Closed Caskets (2018)
      Tear Drops and Closed Caskets
      • producer
      • 2018
    • Tears in the Bayou (2017)
      Tears in the Bayou
      8.7
      • producer
      • 2017
    • Tales of King City (2015)
      Tales of King City
      • producer
      • 2015
    • Down in the Hole (2015)
      Down in the Hole
      • producer
      • 2015
    • Rico King and David Richard in Laugh Now, Cry Later (2013)
      Laugh Now, Cry Later
      • executive producer
      • 2013

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