Mr. Richards

Michael helps his old friend, film producer Solomon Richards, secure his troubled movie project, confronting Hollywood egos and making his mark in the film industry.

“Mr. Richards” is a story mission in Grand Theft Auto V where Michael De Santa gets involved in the world of Hollywood, assisting Solomon Richards, a legendary film producer. The mission highlights Michael’s transition from a life of crime to pursuing his dream of working in the movie business, offering a unique glimpse into the high-stakes world of film production and the egos that come with it.

In this mission, Michael must step in to help Solomon Richards, whose new film production is at risk due to troublesome actors and interference from studio executives. Michael is tasked with calming down the director and chasing after a rogue actor, convincing him to return to the set and finish the movie. The mission involves driving, dialogue-heavy sequences, and a brief chase, showcasing Michael’s ability to resolve problems both diplomatically and through force.

Objectives

• Meet Solomon Richards at his office in the Richards Majestic movie studio.
• Deal with the arrogant actor, Milton McIlroy, and his agent, Rocco Pelosi.
• Chase down Milton and bring him back to the movie set.
• Ensure the actor is convinced to finish the movie for Solomon.

Setting

This mission is set within the glitzy but chaotic environment of Los Santos’ film industry, particularly at the Richards Majestic studio lot. Players navigate through movie sets, drive through the city, and engage in high-speed chases, giving a feel for the Hollywood backdrop while blending it with the criminal underworld that Michael is familiar with.

Objective 1: Meet Solomon Richards

• Start at the Studio: Michael begins the mission by driving to the Richards Majestic movie studio in Los Santos to meet with Solomon Richards. A cutscene introduces Solomon and outlines the situation.
• Conversation: Solomon explains that his movie is in jeopardy because of the lead actor, Milton McIlroy, and his agent, Rocco Pelosi, who are causing problems. Michael agrees to handle the situation.

Objective 2: Deal with Rocco Pelosi and Milton

• Travel to the Helipad: After the conversation, drive to the helipad in Downtown Los Santos where Milton and Rocco are located. Once you arrive, a cutscene shows the interaction between Michael, Rocco, and Milton.
• Confront Rocco: Rocco refuses to cooperate, leading to a brief fistfight. Michael chases them off and forces Milton to agree to return to the set.

Objective 3: Chase Milton McIlroy

• Chase the Helicopter: Rocco and Milton flee in a helicopter. Michael must quickly get into a car and pursue them across Los Santos, dodging traffic and keeping pace with the helicopter.
• Keep Up: Follow the helicopter as it flies across the city, keeping close enough for Michael to confront Milton when it lands.

Objective 4: Return Milton to the Set

• Talk to Milton: After the chase, the helicopter lands and Michael convinces Milton to return to the movie set. Milton reluctantly agrees, understanding that Solomon needs him to finish the film.
• Mission Success: Drive back to the studio to complete the mission. A cutscene shows Solomon expressing gratitude to Michael for saving the film production.

Mission Conclusion

• Wrap Up: After successfully convincing Milton to return to the film, Michael earns Solomon’s respect, further solidifying his new role in the film industry. The mission ends with Michael contemplating his future in Hollywood.
• Rewards: Players receive money and progress in Michael’s story arc, unlocking future Missions involving Solomon and the movie industry.

• Solomon Richards is modeled after classic Hollywood producers, and his character is a tribute to old-school film moguls.
• The mission marks a significant turning point for Michael, as he starts to pursue his dream of working in the film industry while balancing his criminal past.
• The character Rocco Pelosi, who appears in this mission, was previously featured in *Grand Theft Auto: The Ballad of Gay Tony* from GTA IV.
• Players can explore the Richards Majestic studio lot during the mission, which features several movie sets and references to in-game films.
• Michael’s interaction with Rocco and Milton provides some of the game’s more humorous dialogue, showcasing the absurdity of Hollywood egos.
• This mission is one of several that focuses on Michael’s transition from a life of crime to pursuing more legitimate (though still chaotic) interests.
• Successfully completing the mission sets the stage for more involvement in the film industry for Michael, including future Missions at the studio.