Brad Pitt, now 61, has reignited one of his most beloved roles, Cliff Booth, from Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, stepping back into the character for the new film The Adventures of Cliff Booth. Directed by David Fincher and written by Quentin Tarantino, the film is shooting now in Los Angeles, offering a nostalgic yet fresh take on Booth’s life nearly a decade after the original’s events.
Brad Pitt as Cliff Booth, Set Photos Leaked
Set photos reveal Pitt decked out in Booth’s iconic 1970s look: shaggy blond wig, false mustache, Hawaiian shirt, jeans, and a trademark toothpick. The transformation is dramatic enough to make him nearly unrecognizable from his usual buzz‑cut look.
Return of Cliff Booth: Pitt reprises his Oscar‑winning role as the cool, stoic stuntman turned Hollywood fixer.
Unexpected Hand‑Off to Fincher: Tarantino wrote the screenplay but ceded the director’s chair to David Fincher, a creative shift fans are eager to see.
1977 Setting, 8 Years Later: The film is set in 1977, eight years after the original timeline, charting Booth’s next chapter in a changing Hollywood landscape.
The Adventures of Cliff Booth Movie Cast
Joining Pitt are familiar and fresh faces:
- Scott Caan
- Elizabeth Debicki
- Yahya Abdul‑Mateen II
- Carla Gugino
- JB Tadena
- Corey Fogelmanis
Their dynamic with Booth suggests Booth’s world is expanding beyond what we saw in the 2019 film.
The Adventures of Cliff Booth Movie Plot
Fincher’s version is described by crew and sources as less Tarantino‑stylized adventure and more grounded, character‑driven drama. Rather than focusing on Booth’s past as a stuntman, the narrative positions him as a Hollywood fixer, navigating ethical lines and loyalty in a morally ambiguous industry.
Production began July 28, 2025, and is expected to run through December, hinting at an ambitious shooting schedule that may include both studio and period Hollywood locations.
Pitt in the lead: Unlike the ensemble cast of the original, Cliff Booth is front and center, solidifying its potential as a franchise.
Fincher‑Tarantino blend: With Fincher’s precision and Tarantino’s gritty dialogue, the film promises a rich visual and narrative experience.
Streaming powerhouse: Backed by Netflix, the project reflects the shift toward major streaming-first cinematic events.
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