Margot Robbie described her time filming the upcoming romantic fantasy, A Big Bold Beautiful Journey, as the most magical experience of her career. In an interview reflecting on her return to acting after a two-year break, Robbie said making the movie surpassed even her acclaimed work in Barbie, solidifying its impact on her professionally and personally.
Partnering alongside Colin Farrell, Robbie stars as Sarah, a lead character who embarks on an unexpected adventure with Farrell’s character, David. The film, directed by Kogonada—known for Columbus and After Yang—features these two strangers following a mysterious route guided by an unusual GPS in David’s old car. This narrative not only signals Robbie’s return to screen after producing various projects, but also marks her foray into the romantic fantasy genre, an area she has touched only briefly before.
The Journey That Redefined Robbie’s Career Highlight
Margot Robbie has consistently delivered compelling performances, ranging from her breakout role as Harley Quinn to starring in box office sensations such as Barbie. Despite the latter’s global success and her key involvement behind the scenes, Robbie revealed that A Big Bold Beautiful Journey now takes precedence in her heart. The sentiment traces back to Robbie’s excitement about the story and the unique filming experience, which felt especially significant given her hiatus from acting roles since the completion of Barbie almost two years previously.
“If audiences feel even a tiny slice of how magical it felt making this movie, then they’ll have the most incredible experience in the theater. Making this movie was truly one of the most magical experiences of my life.”
—Margot Robbie, Actor
This feeling of enchantment on set was echoed by Robbie’s anticipation that audiences themselves would sense the wonder she experienced. Her remarks reflect high hopes for the film’s reception when it releases to theaters.
Returning From Hiatus With Comfort and Confidence
After producing several projects following her work on Barbie, Robbie confessed that stepping back in front of the camera for A Big Bold Beautiful Journey brought a mix of excitement and nervousness. She acknowledged a sense of trepidation about returning to set after her longest gap between acting jobs. However, once the cameras started rolling, Robbie quickly found herself at ease.
“I think that’s the longest break I’ve ever had between jobs. I thought it would be more scary to be walking onto the Big Bold set on day one, but it wasn’t. Everything about this film was immediately comfortable.”
—Margot Robbie, Actor
This sense of immediate ease and embrace stands out as an essential part of why the project holds such significant meaning for Robbie now. The welcoming set environment, guided by Kogonada’s direction, allowed Robbie to rediscover the thrill that first drew her to acting, transforming her initial anxiety into joy.
The Anticipation Surrounding A Big Bold Beautiful Journey’s Release
With both Robbie and Colin Farrell reaching new heights recently—Robbie with the financial and cultural phenomenon Barbie, and Farrell with his turn in HBO’s The Penguin—their combined star power brings renewed attention to the romantic fantasy genre. The film’s promise lies not only in the chemistry between its leads or its imaginative storyline, but also in the emotional investment from Robbie, who now regards this journey as her most cherished on-screen adventure.
Audiences and critics alike will be eager to see if the energy and magic Robbie speaks of will translate onto the big screen, perhaps even revitalizing interest in romantic fantasy films. A Big Bold Beautiful Journey is slated to premiere in theaters on September 19, 2025, giving fans and newcomers alike something to look forward to as Margot Robbie shares her latest—and most magical—cinematic chapter.
