Colin Farrell stars in A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, a film directed by acclaimed South Korean filmmaker Kogonada, with the first trailer now released by Sony Pictures. Arriving in theaters this September, the movie follows Farrell and Margot Robbie as two strangers whose unexpected connection leads them on a magical, time-bending adventure that challenges how they view their past and shapes their future.
A Look Inside Kogonada’s Latest Fantasy Drama
This new romantic fantasy film, brimming with elements of science fiction, brings together Colin Farrell, known for works like The Penguin and After Yang, with Margot Robbie of The Suicide Squad and Barbie fame. The story centers on Sarah, played by Robbie, and David, portrayed by Farrell—both single, both at an emotional crossroads—who meet unexpectedly at a friend’s wedding. Their chance encounter soon launches them on a journey that allows them to step back into pivotal moments from their own histories, exploring how those events shaped who they have become.
Kogonada, recognized for direction in Columbus and After Yang, as well as episodes of The Acolyte, returns with a story that intertwines mundane reality with the whimsical and fantastical. The director’s unique visual style and narrative approach immediately drew interest when Sony Pictures announced the project, generating anticipation among film fans worldwide.
The Film’s Unconventional Approach to Romance
Speaking with Collider, Farrell revealed some insight into the unique tone and themes audiences can expect from A Big Bold Beautiful Journey.
It’s kind of a love story, but it’s not a very typical one. It’s definitely magical realism. It’s grounded in a world that we recognize, but it also is removed enough into the world of fantastical that it goes into these kinds of whimsical places. It’s a story about being revisited by, but also having the opportunity to revisit certain moments in your past that were very formative.
—Colin Farrell, Actor
Farrell elaborated on the film‘s core characters, giving a glimpse into their internal struggles and the unusual narrative journey. The story finds Sarah and David dissatisfied yet not hopeless, seeking fulfillment and connection after years of feeling adrift.
It’s about two people at a stage in their lives — Margot [Robbie]’s character and my character — that find themselves at an emotional crossroads where they’re not living terrible lives, but life hasn’t really worked out for them,
—Colin Farrell, Actor
They’re both terrible at relationships. Neither have been able to find a moment’s joy in relationships or companionship. And they begin to find that through each other, as a result of this one night where they go on this fantastical journey and get to see from an objective perspective these moments in their lives that, as I said, were very formative, and get to take accountability for times where they hurt people.
—Colin Farrell, Actor
Trailer Reveals Stunning Visuals and Star Chemistry
The debut trailer showcases mesmerizing visuals and teases the emotionally charged chemistry between the film’s stars. Through hints of shifting timelines and surreal encounters, the trailer highlights Farrell and Robbie inhabiting a world both close to home yet touched by extraordinary magic. The on-screen synergy between the actors is central to the film’s appeal, and early looks suggest both deliver performances that balance vulnerability, humor, and emotional intensity.
Relive your past. Change your future. Margot Robbie and Colin Farrell star in #ABigBoldBeautifulJourney – exclusively in theatres this September. pic.twitter.com/WnnHiLgxFu
— A Big Bold Beautiful Journey (@BigBoldMovie) June 3, 2025
The chemistry is undeniable.
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— Sony Pictures (@SonyPictures) June 3, 2025
Plot Details and Narrative Journey
The story’s premise asks what it would be like to open a literal or figurative doorway to one’s own past and understand the moments that defined the present. Sarah and David, both isolated and longing for something more, find themselves thrust into circumstances where they can revisit key events that shaped their personalities and destinies. The film blends humor, magical realism, and heartfelt drama as the two explore regret, accountability, and the possibility of second chances.
Their adventure challenges them to confront old wounds and the outcomes of decisions long made, offering them a chance not only to reflect but perhaps to alter the course of their own futures. These narrative elements reinforce the movie’s focus on self-discovery, the importance of connection, and the ways time and memory influence who people become.
Anticipation Builds Ahead of Worldwide Release
With its official release date announced for September, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey has already captured attention among fans eager to see Farrell and Robbie’s dynamic pairing. The movie promises to explore profound questions about destiny, the capability for personal change, and what it means to truly understand oneself and others.
As Kogonada’s vision reaches the big screen, the collaboration between Sony Pictures, the celebrated director, and a high-profile cast sets high expectations for a compelling, imaginative cinematic experience. The film will arrive exclusively in theaters, inviting viewers to join Sarah, David, and their unforgettable journey of self-exploration and romance shaped by time itself.
