"Fincher and Pitt's 'Hollywood' Sequel Headed to Netflix"

David Fincher and Brad Pitt are reportedly reuniting for a sequel to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, based on a script penned by original director Quentin Tarantino. The news, first reported by The Playlist, suggests the film—currently untitled—could be heading to Netflix, continuing Fincher’s established partnership with the streaming platform. Pitt is expected to reprise his role as stuntman Cliff Booth, stepping back into the sun-soaked world of 1960s Hollywood.

The script in question is said to be a reworked version of Tarantino’s previously shelved project, The Movie Critic, which was once rumored to be his final film before being abruptly put on hold last year. Rather than let the story fade into obscurity, Tarantino has reportedly handed the reins to Fincher, entrusting the director with bringing his evolved vision to life.

According to sources, Netflix acquired the screenplay for $20 million, with an estimated production budget of $200 million. Filming is tentatively scheduled to begin in California as early as July. While no additional casting has been confirmed, Leonardo DiCaprio is not expected to return as Rick Dalton. Both Fincher and Pitt are said to be setting aside other commitments to fully focus on the project.

Deadline has since confirmed that a Once Upon a Time in Hollywood sequel is indeed in development, with sources indicating that Pitt had Tarantino’s approval to bring the script to Fincher—setting the stage for one of the most unexpected collaborations in recent cinematic history.

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Once Upon a Time in Hollywood premiered in 2019 to critical acclaim, solidifying its place among Tarantino’s most celebrated works. A sequel, however, faces high expectations. The original film concluded with a definitive and violent climax, seemingly closing the door on its narrative. Yet, the universe it portrayed has continued to expand.

In 2021, Tarantino released a novelization of the film, delving deeper into the era and offering new insights into Cliff Booth’s enigmatic past—including a long-debated revelation about whether he was responsible for his wife’s death. The book may provide key context for the sequel, though its exact narrative role remains unclear.

As anticipation builds, fans can revisit Tarantino’s thoughts on Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, explore how it compares to his broader filmography, and read the original 7.8/10 review of the film.