Marlon Wayans To Play Richard Pryor Marlon Wayans as Richard Pryor ? Not sure about this one. When I look at him I don't see Richard in him, But I have been wrong before. Ask April. Every time I here the name Marlon Wayans I think of White Chicks. I really wish that Eddie Murphy did not back out of making the movie. He was a true friend to Richard, And also Starred with him in Harlem Nights . Which was a great comedy movie. Funny man Marlon Wayans is in advanced discussions to play one of comedy’s most iconic figures in the biopic Richard Pryor: Is it Something I Said for Adam Sandler’s Happy Madison Prods. and Sony Pictures. The project has been written and will be directed by Bill Condon (Dreamgirls). Eddie Murphy was originally attached to star in the project, but he dropped out over conflicts with Paramount Pictures, which was previously on board to finance the film. While Wayans is primarily known for his comedic roles in Wayans Bros.’ movies such as Dance Flick and White Chi