At the Sundance Film Festival on January 24, Elizabeth Debicki revealed details about her latest film projects, including the highly anticipated sequel to Quentin Tarantino’s 2019 hit, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. This sequel, titled The Adventures of Cliff Booth, stars Brad Pitt reprising his Academy Award-winning role and is directed by David Fincher. Debicki expressed enthusiasm about working alongside Pitt and Fincher, highlighting the excitement around the Brad Pitt Hollywood sequel.
Filming Experience and Cast Highlights
Elizabeth Debicki praised the experience of filming the sequel, which took nearly six months in Los Angeles. She described collaborating with David Fincher as “a dream,” adding that she greatly admired his work. Debicki also spoke warmly about Brad Pitt, describing him as an iconic figure and expressing genuine happiness about the project. The film features an impressive supporting cast, including Scott Caan, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, and Carla Gugino, while Tarantino contributed the screenplay.
“I just wrapped on [David] Fincher’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood sequel, which was just such a dream to make,”
Elizabeth Debicki told PEOPLE at the Sundance premiere.
“We shot it for nearly six months in L.A., and I just adored, adored working with David, just love him to pieces,”
she added, conveying admiration for the director.
“And I loved working with Brad,”
Debicki said with a grin.
“In his absolutely iconic role, yeah, it was a joy… I was very, very happy on that job.”
Debicki’s Broader Career and Upcoming Releases
In addition to the Brad Pitt Hollywood sequel, Debicki has several other projects ahead. She stars in Wicker, premiering at Sundance alongside notable actors such as Olivia Colman, Alexander Skarsgård, and Peter Dinklage. She also recently appeared with Colman and Tom Hiddleston in the second season of the spy thriller series The Night Manager. Looking forward, she expressed a focus on continuing her acting career while being selective about collaborations.
“There’s not a lot of things you can control in life,”
Debicki shared,
“you can be particular about the people you gather around you, which is very important, and how honest and kind they are.”
Anticipated Release and Future Projects for Brad Pitt
The Adventures of Cliff Booth is scheduled for release on Netflix in 2026. Alongside this sequel, Brad Pitt is developing another project, The Riders, where he serves as both actor and producer. These upcoming films are set to reinforce Pitt’s ongoing influence and presence in Hollywood, maintaining his legacy as a leading figure in the industry.
Looking Ahead: Impact of the Sequel on Hollywood Audiences
The return of Brad Pitt in a sequel directed by David Fincher and penned by Quentin Tarantino is generating significant anticipation. Fans and critics alike expect The Adventures of Cliff Booth to offer a fresh, thrilling continuation of the original story, while showcasing the talents of a talented ensemble cast. This sequel not only amplifies Pitt’s star power but also highlights the collaborative efforts of distinguished filmmakers and actors contributing to high-profile Hollywood productions in 2026.
