David Fincher and Brad Pitt are set to collaborate once again in a new project titled The Adventures of Cliff Booth, aiming for a summer 2026 release. The film continues the story of Cliff Booth, a character Pitt originally portrayed in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, blending Hollywood nostalgia with a mysterious new plot.
Plans for a Theatrical Release and Streaming Strategy
According to Rebecca Rubin of Variety, The Adventures of Cliff Booth is positioned for a possible theatrical release alongside Netflix’s involvement. This comes amid reports of Netflix partnering with AMC Cinemas to enhance the cinema experience for certain films. The streamer appears to be considering a stronger distribution approach for this follow-up to Tarantino’s hit, similar to its plans for Greta Gerwig’s upcoming Narnia adaptation, which will have an exclusive IMAX run prior to wider release.
Production Details and Cast Confirmations
The film is set in 1977 and has been filming in Los Angeles since late July, with production expected to conclude early next year. Brad Pitt reprises his role as Cliff Booth, who is believed to have evolved into a Hollywood fixer within the story. Alongside him, Timothy Olyphant returns as James Stacy, another character from the original movie. The cast also includes Scott Caan, Elizabeth Debicki, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Carla Gugino, Holt McCallany, JB Tadena, and Corey Fogelmanis, creating a diverse and compelling ensemble.
Behind the camera, Erik Messerschmidt, known for his work on Mank and The Killer, serves as director of photography, replacing Robert Richardson, the Oscar-nominated cinematographer from the first film. This change signals a fresh visual approach under Fincher’s direction.
Significance of the Fincher-Pitt Partnership and Future Expectations
This project marks the first time David Fincher and Brad Pitt have collaborated since 2008’s The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, with earlier successes including Fight Club and Seven. The reunion of these two foremost figures in cinema has raised high expectations among fans and industry watchers alike. While many are eager for a continuation of Hollywood’s golden era through this film, details remain carefully guarded, sustaining cautious anticipation.
“Yellow Hawaiian shirts and aviator shades at the ready people, Cliff Booth summer is a-comin’!” – unnamed source
