The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth Trailer: Brad Pitt Returns as Iconic Character

Brad Pitt is back as Cliff Booth in the official trailer for The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth, the upcoming follow-up to Quentin Tarantino’s 2019 film Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood.

Released by Netflix on September 21, the trailer confirms Pitt’s return to his Oscar-winning role, while showing Cliff navigating a very different version of Hollywood in 1977. David Fincher directs the film from a new screenplay by Tarantino.

Brad Pitt Returns as Cliff Booth

Cliff Booth was introduced in Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood as the stuntman and close friend of actor Rick Dalton, played by Leonardo DiCaprio.

The new film picks up eight years after the events of the original movie, moving the story from 1969 to 1977. According to Netflix, Cliff is no longer simply working as a stuntman. Instead, he has become a Hollywood fixer who takes on difficult jobs for people in the entertainment industry.

The trailer gives viewers their first substantial look at Pitt’s new chapter as the character.

A Different Hollywood for Cliff Booth

The new story presents Cliff in a changing Los Angeles entertainment industry.

While he works odd jobs, including bartending and as a projectionist, Cliff also uses his particular set of skills to solve problems for Hollywood figures. The official synopsis describes a world involving murder, blackmail, theft and extortion.

His latest assignment begins when talent agent Karen Crosby, played by Elizabeth Debicki, contacts him on behalf of television star Charlie Peters, portrayed by Scott Caan.

New Characters Join the Story

The trailer introduces several characters who become part of Cliff’s latest adventure.

Elizabeth Debicki plays Karen Crosby, while Scott Caan portrays Charlie Peters. Carla Gugino appears as Charlie’s wife, Toni, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II plays former professional football player turned actor Roderick “Hot Rod” Harrison.

The story also features the Verdusco brothers, portrayed by Matt Groove and JB Tadena, who are described as mysterious gangsters creating trouble across Los Angeles.

What Happened to Rick Dalton?

One major question surrounding the film has been whether Leonardo DiCaprio would return as Rick Dalton.

The trailer makes it clear that Dalton is no longer part of Cliff’s everyday life. A humorous exchange explains why Cliff is no longer working as Dalton’s stunt double.

DiCaprio is not part of the announced cast, although Rick Dalton remains part of the story’s connection to the original film. Timothy Olyphant, meanwhile, returns as James Stacy.

Quentin Tarantino Writes, David Fincher Directs

The project brings together two major filmmakers in different roles.

Quentin Tarantino, who created Cliff Booth for Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, has written the screenplay for the new film. David Fincher directs.

The collaboration also reunites Fincher and Pitt, who previously worked together on Se7en, Fight Club and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.

This makes the project both a continuation of Tarantino’s fictional Hollywood universe and another collaboration between Fincher and Pitt.

From Hollywood Fairy Tale to Crime Story

The original Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood presented an alternate version of 1969 Los Angeles, blending fictional characters with real historical figures and events.

The new film takes a different approach. Its official synopsis describes 1977 Los Angeles as a place where Cliff’s skills can still be useful, but where his work increasingly involves crime, manipulation and dangerous situations.

Netflix describes the movie as a story involving violence, ambition and desire within the Hollywood environment.

The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth Release Date

The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth will receive a limited theatrical release in IMAX beginning November 25, 2026.

The film will then begin streaming globally on Netflix on December 23, 2026. Netflix has announced a two-week IMAX theatrical run before the streaming premiere.

The release gives Brad Pitt’s return as Cliff Booth a theatrical window before the movie becomes available to Netflix subscribers.

Why Cliff Booth Is Returning

Cliff Booth remains one of the most recognizable characters from Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, with Pitt winning the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for his performance.

The new film allows the character to exist independently from Rick Dalton while retaining the skills, personality and unconventional approach that defined him in the original.

Rather than revisiting the exact circumstances of the 1969 story, the sequel uses a new decade and a new Hollywood setting to continue Cliff’s fictional life.

The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth Cast

The announced cast includes:

• Brad Pitt as Cliff Booth
• Elizabeth Debicki as Karen Crosby
• Scott Caan as Charlie Peters
• Carla Gugino as Toni
• Yahya Abdul-Mateen II as Roderick “Hot Rod” Harrison
• Peter Weller
• Timothy Olyphant as James Stacy
• Matt Groove
• JB Tadena

Netflix’s official media information confirms Pitt, Debicki, Caan, Gugino, Abdul-Mateen II and Weller among the principal cast.

Brad Pitt’s Cliff Booth Gets a New Chapter

The official trailer establishes The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth as a continuation of Cliff’s story rather than a direct recreation of the original film.

With Pitt returning, Tarantino writing and Fincher directing, the movie brings the character into late-1970s Los Angeles for a story centered on Hollywood’s darker side.

The film will arrive in IMAX theaters on November 25, 2026, followed by its Netflix premiere on December 23.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth?

The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth is a new film centered on Brad Pitt’s character from Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood.

2. Is Brad Pitt returning as Cliff Booth?

Yes. Brad Pitt reprises his Academy Award-winning role as Cliff Booth.

3. Who directed The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth?

The film is directed by David Fincher.

4. Did Quentin Tarantino write the movie?

Yes. Quentin Tarantino wrote the screenplay for the film.

5. Is The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth a sequel?

Yes. It continues the story of Cliff Booth from Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood and is set eight years after the events of that film.

6. When is the new Cliff Booth movie set?

The story is set in 1977 Los Angeles.

7. What does Cliff Booth do in the new movie?

Cliff works as a Hollywood fixer, handling difficult situations for people connected to the entertainment industry.

8. Is Leonardo DiCaprio returning as Rick Dalton?

Leonardo DiCaprio is not part of the announced cast for the new film. Rick Dalton is referenced in the story, but the movie centers on Cliff Booth.

9. When does The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth release?

The movie opens in limited IMAX theaters on November 25, 2026, before streaming on Netflix from December 23.

10. Where can viewers watch the official trailer?

The official trailer is available through Netflix’s Tudum platform.