Quentin Tarantino Lands Biggest Acting Role in 30 Years, While Sequel to His Masterpiece Gets Release Window

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Quentin Tarantino is famous as a director, having created many highly praised films and won two Oscars for his screenwriting. But he’s also acted in numerous projects throughout his career, often making brief appearances. He’s taken on bigger roles at times, and one of his most memorable performances was alongside George Clooney in From Dusk Till Dawn. While he hasn’t had a major acting role in quite a while, he’s now taking on a new acting challenge.

Quentin Tarantino will appear in the upcoming film Only What We Carry, which finished filming in late September, as reported by Variety. The movie stars Simon Pegg as Julian Johns, a former teacher, and Charlotte Boutella as his returning student, Charlotte Levant, who is confronting her past. Tarantino will play John Percy, a friend of Julian’s.

Besides Only What We Carry, another project from Quentin Tarantino is also moving forward. Variety reports that The Adventures of Cliff Booth, a sequel to his popular film Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, is currently planned for release in the summer of 2026, though a specific date hasn’t been confirmed. David Fincher will direct the film, using a screenplay written by Tarantino.

2026 Should Be a Big Year for Quentin Tarantino Fans

The upcoming film, Only What We Carry, doesn’t have a confirmed release date, but it’s expected to be finished sometime next year. According to Variety, filming wrapped up quickly – in just six days in France – meaning director Jamie Adams has completed the main shooting. While it’s unclear how long editing and other post-production work will take, a release in 2026 seems probable, possibly starting with a premiere at a film festival to build excitement.

It will be fun to see Quentin Tarantino act again, but his 2026 project, The Adventures of Cliff Booth, is likely to generate the most buzz. He could even be an Oscar contender, potentially nominated for Best Adapted Screenplay. His previous film, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, was a critical and commercial success in 2019, earning numerous nominations, including one for Tarantino’s original screenplay. It’s too soon to predict the next Oscar race, but the talent involved in Cliff Booth suggests it could be a high-quality film. Director David Fincher’s own history of Oscar nominations, combined with Netflix’s potential to highlight this during an awards campaign, is a promising sign for the project.

Fans of Quentin Tarantino are eager to hear about his next movie, which he plans to make next year. He’s stated he’ll retire from directing after this tenth film. He previously worked on a project called The Movie Critic as his final movie, but decided against it because it felt too similar to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Tarantino also wants to wait until his son is old enough to remember being on set, making the filming a special family experience. While his last movie is likely still a ways off from release, he might share some initial ideas about the story soon.

While not as well-known as The Adventures of Cliff Booth, Only What We Carry is still worth watching. Director Adams hasn’t always had critical success, but this film boasts a strong cast, suggesting it’s a noteworthy project. The added appeal of Quentin Tarantino acting alongside stars from Star Trek is sure to attract attention, especially considering Tarantino once considered directing a Star Trek movie – being around Simon Pegg might even reignite that idea.

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2025-10-28 18:33