Archive · 17 Aug 2025
Tarantino Explains Directing Decision for 'Hollywood' Follow-up
Quentin Tarantino, the writer of the new 'Once Upon a Time...
in Hollywood' movie, decided not to direct it.
He chose David Fincher, another great director, instead.
Brad Pitt will still play his role.
Tarantino explained he thinks Fincher is one of the best directors.
The movie got money from the state, and filming is set to begin soon.
Tarantino is also working on plays for now.
Quentin Tarantino chose David Fincher to direct the 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood' follow-up.
Brad Pitt will reprise his role as Cliff Booth in the sequel.
Tarantino believes Fincher is one of the best directors.
The movie secured a $20 million California film-tax credit.
Tarantino is taking a break from filmmaking to focus on theater.
- Who
- Quentin Tarantino chose David Fincher to direct the follow-up and Brad Pitt will reprise his role.
- What
- Quentin Tarantino stepped away from directing the 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' follow-up, passing the script and directorial role to David Fincher.
- When
- The decision was made recently.
- Where
- The film is a sequel to 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood'.
- Why
- Tarantino believes Fincher is one of the best directors and his adaptation of the script shows seriousness toward Tarantino's work.
Initial Plan
Current Plan
Director
Initial Plan
Tarantino directs the follow-up.
Current Plan
David Fincher will direct the follow-up.
- Original Film
- 'Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood'
- Follow-up Director
- David Fincher
- Actor Reprising Role
- Brad Pitt
- Tarantino's Role
- Writer and Producer
- California Film Tax Credit
- $20 million
Sources
Quentin Tarantino Explains Why He “Pulled The Plug” On ‘The Movie Critic’ As His Final Film
Quentin Tarantino Reveals Why His 10th Film Was Shelved: Who Wants To See Film About A Movie Critic?
Quentin Tarantino on why he handed over 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood' follow-up to David Fincher: 'It unenthused me'
