David Fincher and Brad Pitt's "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood" Sequel in Development for Netflix

David Fincher and Brad Pitt are set to collaborate again, this time to bring a sequel to Quentin Tarantino's Once Upon a Time in Hollywood to life. According to The Playlist, the dynamic duo behind Se7en is working on this unexpected project for Netflix, strengthening Fincher's ongoing partnership with the streaming service. If all goes as planned, the untitled sequel will see Brad Pitt reprising his role as the stunt double, Cliff Booth.

The journey of the screenplay into Fincher's hands is quite the tale itself. It's an evolved version of Tarantino's previously shelved project, The Movie Critic, which was initially intended to be the director's final film. However, Tarantino, unwilling to let the concept slip away, has entrusted Fincher with its development.

The Playlist reports that Netflix secured the screenplay for $20 million, with a projected budget of $200 million. The film is slated to begin shooting in California in July, just three months away. While no other casting has been confirmed, it's noted that Leonardo DiCaprio won't be returning as Rick Dalton. Both Fincher and Pitt are dedicating their full attention to this project, setting aside all other commitments.

Deadline has also confirmed the development of this sequel, noting that Pitt, with Tarantino's blessing, approached Fincher with the script, leading to this exciting new endeavor.

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14 ImagesOnce Upon a Time in Hollywood, released in 2019, is celebrated as a remarkable addition to Tarantino's oeuvre. Its sequel, however, faces the challenge of living up to its predecessor's high standards. The original film concluded decisively, but the universe it created has been further explored in other mediums.

In 2021, Tarantino expanded on the film's universe with a novelization that delved deeper into the 1960s California setting and shed light on Cliff Booth's backstory, including the mystery surrounding his wife's death. This novelization is likely to gain new significance with the release of the sequel, though its exact role in the film remains to be seen.

For more insights into Tarantino's filmography, you can explore the director's thoughts on Once Upon a Time in Hollywood and how it compares to his other works. Additionally, our original review of the film awarded it a 7.8 out of 10.