Dream Cast: President Barack Obama Biopic

A historic president deserves the A-list treatment.

Barack Obama: The Movie  - Without a doubt, there will be a biopic on President Barack Obama. He is already called one of the greatest presidents in history. Charismatic, charming and the first Black president of the United States. As we mourn Obama leaving office in just a few weeks, here are our picks for who should play the key roles in Barack Obama: The Movie.  (Photo: Scott Olson/Getty Images)
Will Smith or Chiwetel Ejiofor as President Barack Obama  - Playing Barack Obama is a coveted part for Black actors everywhere (and Fred Armisen), but we'd put odds on either Will Smith or Talk to Me actor Chiwetel Ejiofor. Smith could nail Obama's charm and good humor, while Ejiofor has the gravitas to play the leader of the free world. But considering Smith has the president on speed dial, we'd give him the advantage on this one.(Photos from left: Larry Busacca/Getty Images, Stuart Wilson/Getty Images)
Regina King as Michelle Obama  - There's more to Michelle Obama than just toned arms and a killer smile. Regina Hall is our pick to play one of history's most popular first ladies, known for her grace, wit and no-nonsense attitude. King's roles as lawyers on Ally McBeal and Law & Order should help in her portrayal of whip-smart Michelle.(Photos from left: Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images, Kevin Winter/NBCUniversal/Getty Images)Keke Palmer as Malia Obama  - The Obamas have done a great job of keeping Sasha and Malia out of the spotlight, so much so that audiences took a collective gasp after seeing Malia, all grown up and looking gorgeous, at the Democratic convention. We suggest one of our favorite wholesome young actresses, True Jackson, VP star Keke Palmer, to play teenager Malia. (Photos from left: John Ricard / BET, Alex Wong/Getty Images)

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Barack Obama: The Movie  - Without a doubt, there will be a biopic on President Barack Obama. He is already called one of the greatest presidents in history. Charismatic, charming and the first Black president of the United States. As we mourn Obama leaving office in just a few weeks, here are our picks for who should play the key roles in Barack Obama: The Movie.  (Photo: Scott Olson/Getty Images)

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