How Quentin Tarantino’s Sequel To Once Upon A Time In Hollywood Is A David Fincher Thriller

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A follow-up to one of Quentin Tarantino’s most popular films will be released on Netflix in 2026, and it’s shaping up to be quite different from the original. Tarantino is known for his sharp writing, especially dialogue, and his often graphic use of violence, earning several of his films a place among cinema’s all-time greats.

Everyone is anticipating Quentin Tarantino’s tenth – and potentially last – film, but this year we’ll actually see a sequel to one of his most popular movies. Tarantino rarely makes sequels (though Kill Bill: Volume 2 is considered a continuation of the first film), but Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is getting one – with a couple of interesting twists.

Directed by David Fincher, the new movie The Adventures of Cliff Booth will be available on Netflix and in select theaters. While it continues the story from Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, it’s already shaping up to be quite distinct from the original.

Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’s Sequel Changes Cliff Booth’s Career

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is a film set in the late 1960s that follows Rick Dalton, a struggling actor played by Leonardo DiCaprio, and his close friend and stuntman, Cliff Booth (Brad Pitt). As Hollywood changed, Rick and Cliff faced challenges finding work, and their lives unexpectedly crossed paths with the followers of Charles Manson.

The film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood concludes with Rick receiving an invitation to Sharon Tate’s home, suggesting a fresh start for his career. Meanwhile, Booth is hospitalized and celebrated for his bravery after the encounter with the Manson Family followers.

In Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Cliff faces career challenges stemming not only from Rick’s difficulties, but also from events in his own past. The film hints at two troubling incidents: a fight with Bruce Lee on a movie set, and the possibility that he was responsible for his wife’s death. Both of these contribute to his stalled career.

Dealing with the aftermath of the Manson followers unexpectedly revitalized Cliff Booth’s career. The first trailer for The Adventures of Cliff Booth revealed that he’s moved on from stunt work. Now, Cliff uses his skills as a ‘fixer’ for powerful people in Hollywood, navigating the industry’s shadier and more corrupt corners.

Cliff Booth is a master of handling crises, secrets, and cleaning up messes. However, his experiences and new outlook after the events of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood mean he’ll likely approach problems in a unique way compared to most people.

The Adventures Of Cliff Booth Is More A David Fincher Movie Than A Quentin Tarantino Sequel

Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is known for its unique style, mixing humor, serious moments, and action, all brought to life with vibrant colors that capture the feel of the 1960s. However, its follow-up, The Adventures of Cliff Booth, has a completely different look and feel, a change largely due to director David Fincher.

Based on the trailer, The Adventures of Cliff Booth seems to be a dark and suspenseful thriller with moments of black comedy, reminiscent of director David Fincher’s style. It feels more like a Fincher film than a follow-up to Tarantino’s previous work, though that isn’t necessarily a bad thing.

Set around the late 1970s – about ten years after Once Upon a Time in Hollywood – The Adventures of Cliff Booth takes place in a Hollywood that had become much more cynical. To match the feel of that decade, both in terms of story and visuals, the film needed a distinct style. David Fincher was an ideal director for this sequel because of his ability to capture that mood.

Can The Adventures Of Cliff Booth Live Up To Once Upon A Time In Hollywood’s Success?

Many consider Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood to be among his greatest films, with some even preferring it to Pulp Fiction. The movie has received high praise, earning an 86% rating from critics on Rotten Tomatoes, which creates significant anticipation for The Adventures of Cliff Booth.

Although Rick Dalton’s presence will be missed, Brad Pitt’s character, Cliff Booth, was really the heart of the first movie, making him the perfect lead for the sequel. Whether the new movie succeeds depends on a strong story – and with Tarantino writing, that’s likely – as well as how Cliff Booth’s character grows and how well the sequel builds upon what came before.

While The Adventures of Cliff Booth will likely be compared to Tarantino’s previous film, it’s important to view it as a separate story to fully enjoy it, as the two movies are quite different. Currently, The Adventures of Cliff Booth doesn’t have a firm release date, but it’s expected to come out sometime in 2026.

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2026-02-11 00:29