[Credit: The Quentin Tarantino Archives] Brad Pitt is officially stepping back into the boots of Cliff Booth, the laid-back but lethal stuntman he portrayed in Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time…in Hollywood. A sequel, titled The Adventures of Cliff Booth, is in development, this time directed by David Fincher. The project shifts the spotlight squarely onto Pitt’s Oscar-winning character and is already shaping up to be one of Netflix’s biggest releases of 2026.
[Credit: The Quentin Tarantino Archives] The original 2019 film followed Leonardo DiCaprio’s fading TV star Rick Dalton and his loyal stunt double Cliff Booth as they navigated the shifting sands of late-1960s Los Angeles. Set against the backdrop of the Manson Family era, the film blended nostalgia, satire, and revisionist history. Pitt’s portrayal of Cliff—a man with a mysterious past and a cool-under-pressure presence—earned him an Academy Award and quickly turned the character into a fan favorite.
[Credit: The Quentin Tarantino Archives] While specific plot details for The Adventures of Cliff Booth remain under wraps, the title suggests a deeper dive into Cliff’s world beyond his partnership with Rick Dalton. Given his stuntman background and hinted-at history of violence, the sequel is expected to lean into action-driven storytelling. With Fincher directing, audiences can likely anticipate a darker, more intense tone compared to Tarantino’s sun-soaked Hollywood homage.
[Credit: The Quentin Tarantino Archives] The film is slated for a 2026 release and will stream exclusively on Netflix, marking a notable shift from the theatrical rollout of the original movie. A teaser reportedly aired during the February 2026 Super Bowl, sparking immediate buzz online. The move to streaming signals Netflix’s continued push into prestige filmmaking with major A-list talent.
[Credit: The Quentin Tarantino Archives] Joining Pitt is a new ensemble cast that includes Scott Caan, Elizabeth Debicki, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Carla Gugino, Holt McCallany, JB Tadena, and Corey Fogelmanis. Character details are still being kept secret, and Leonardo DiCaprio is not expected to return as Rick Dalton. With a celebrated character, a powerhouse director, and a fresh supporting cast, The Adventures of Cliff Booth is poised to expand Tarantino’s Hollywood universe in bold new ways.
