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(CNN) – It’s a little early to be making Oscar predictions, but if the first trailer for “Fences” is any indication, expect to see Viola Davis and Denzel Washington on some critics’ lists. In the movie, an adaptation of August Wilson’s play, the two actors reprise roles that won them Tony Awards in 2010. Washington plays Troy Maxson, a working class former baseball player who struggles to provide for his family in 1950s Pittsburgh. Davis plays his wife Rose. In the trailer, viewers also meet the couple’s young son (Jovan Adepo), who clashes with his father in a tense scene that kicks off the promo. Washington also directs the film. “Fences” hits theaters December 25.
  • NEW YORK - APRIL 26: (L-R) Actors Viola Davis, SaCha Stewart-Coleman, Denzel Washington and Russell Hornsby onstage during the curtain call for the Broadway Opening of "Fences" at the Cort Theatre on April 26, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images)
  • NEW YORK - APRIL 26: Actress Viola Davis and actor Denzel Washington take a bow during the curtain call for the Broadway Opening of "Fences" at the Cort Theatre on April 26, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images)
  • NEW YORK - APRIL 26: Actors Viola Davis, Denzel Washington and Stephen McKinley Henderson take a bow during the curtain call for the Broadway Opening of "Fences" at the Cort Theatre on April 26, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Jemal Countess/Getty Images)
  • NEW YORK - JUNE 13: Actors Viola Davis and Denzel Washington pose with their awards at the 64th Annual Tony Awards at The Sports Club/LA on June 13, 2010 in New York City. (Photo by Bryan Bedder/Getty Images)