Pitt, Tarantino, and Fincher’s big movie hits IMAX before Netflix release
Netflix announced a major cinematic release: The Adventures of Cliff Booth, a sequel to Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, will be directed by David Fincher and receive an exclusive two-week IMAX theatrical run before its Netflix debut.
The project represents an uncommon pairing of acclaimed filmmaker David Fincher with a Tarantino script. Brad Pitt returns to reprise his role as Cliff Booth, the stuntman protagonist from the 1969-set original film. This sequel shifts the setting to 1977, depicting a grittier version of Hollywood than the sun-drenched aesthetic of its predecessor.
The theatrical IMAX exclusive run begins November 25, 2026, with the film arriving on Netflix on December 23, 2026. This hybrid release strategy reflects Netflix’s ongoing investment in high-profile theatrical releases before transitioning films to streaming.
The supporting cast includes Elizabeth Debicki, Scott Caan, Carla Gugino, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, and Peter Weller, indicating a substantial production with considerable star power. The combination of Fincher’s directorial reputation, Tarantino’s screenwriting legacy, and the original film’s cultural impact has generated significant industry attention. The limited two-week IMAX window provides an exclusive theatrical experience in premium large-format theaters before broader Netflix availability.