The coolest stunt double in Hollywood is getting his own movie. Brad Pitt is reprising his Oscar-winning role as Cliff Booth in “The Adventures of Cliff Booth,” a Netflix sequel to Quentin Tarantino’s “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood”—but this time, David Fincher is behind the camera.
The Dream Team Returns
This marks the third collaboration between Pitt and Fincher, following their iconic work on “Fight Club” and “Seven.” With Tarantino writing the screenplay and Fincher directing, the project combines two master filmmakers with one of Pitt’s most beloved characters.
The cast expands beyond Pitt with Scott Caan, Elizabeth Debicki, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Carla Gugino, and Holt McCallany joining the 1970s-set adventure. Notably, none appeared in the original film, suggesting fresh storylines for Cliff’s continuing saga.
A Different Visual Approach
While “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood” cinematographer Robert Richardson brought sun-soaked grandeur to Tarantino’s vision, Fincher’s frequent collaborator Erik Messerschmidt (“Mank,” “The Killer”) will lens this sequel. Messerschmidt’s more austere aesthetic promises a distinctly different visual experience from the original’s nostalgic warmth.
On-set photos show Pitt sporting Cliff’s signature look—blue jeans, yellow button-up, and flowing blonde hair—but with a new mustache befitting the 1970s setting.
Production Details
Filming is currently underway in Los Angeles’s Highland Park neighborhood, where production has transformed storefronts around the historic Highland Theater to match the era. The entire shoot will remain in California, taking advantage of the state’s enhanced tax incentives.
As a Netflix original, “The Adventures of Cliff Booth” will likely debut directly on the streaming platform in 2026, following post-production. This continues Fincher’s partnership with Netflix after “Mank” and “The Killer.”
Why This Matters
The project represents a fascinating creative handoff—Tarantino’s beloved character filtered through Fincher’s meticulous directorial style. With Pitt’s charismatic performance as the foundation and two acclaimed filmmakers steering the ship, “The Adventures of Cliff Booth” could be one of Netflix’s most anticipated releases.
Production wraps later this year, putting the film on track for a 2026 Netflix debut.
