The Adventures Of Cliff Booth: Where The 'Once Upon A Time In Hollywood' Cast Is Now (2025 Update)

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The summer of 1969, immortalized by Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, remains a pivotal moment in cinematic history, but the lives and careers of its star-studded cast have moved far beyond the Spahn Ranch. As of December 25, 2025, the biggest news is the confirmed return of a major character in a surprise sequel/spinoff, which serves as the freshest update on the fate of the film’s iconic duo. The ensemble cast, including Hollywood heavyweights Leonardo DiCaprio, Brad Pitt, and Margot Robbie, continue to dominate the industry with multiple high-profile projects slated for 2025 and 2026, making this one of the most successful casts in recent memory.

The film itself achieved significant critical and commercial success, grossing approximately $377 million worldwide and becoming Tarantino's second-highest-grossing movie after *Django Unchained*. Its blend of historical fiction and revisionist storytelling earned it praise for Tarantino's direction, screenplay, and the lead performances. The film’s lasting legacy is a testament not only to the director’s vision but also to the sheer star power of its central performers, whose careers are now entering an even more exciting chapter.

The Star-Powered Trio: Complete Cast Biographies and Career Highlights

The core of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood rests on the shoulders of three performers who perfectly embodied the fictional Rick Dalton, the stuntman Cliff Booth, and the real-life Sharon Tate.

  • Leonardo DiCaprio (Rick Dalton)
    • Born: November 11, 1974, in Los Angeles, California.
    • Career Start: Early roles in TV series like Growing Pains (1991–1992).
    • Key Awards: Academy Award for Best Actor (The Revenant), three Golden Globe Awards.
    • Role in OUATIH: Rick Dalton, an aging television actor struggling to transition to film, best known for the fictional TV Western Bounty Law.
  • Brad Pitt (Cliff Booth)
    • Born: December 18, 1963, in Shawnee, Oklahoma.
    • Career Start: Gaining recognition in the film Thelma & Louise (1991).
    • Key Awards: Two Academy Awards (one for Best Supporting Actor in Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, one for Best Picture as a producer), a British Academy Film Award.
    • Role in OUATIH: Cliff Booth, Rick Dalton's stunt double, driver, and best friend, a war veteran with a mysterious past.
  • Margot Robbie (Sharon Tate)
    • Born: July 2, 1990, in Dalby, Queensland, Australia.
    • Career Start: Australian soap opera Neighbours (2008–2011).
    • Key Awards: Nominations for three Academy Awards, four Golden Globe Awards, and six BAFTA Awards.
    • Role in OUATIH: Sharon Tate, the real-life actress and neighbor of Rick Dalton, whose tragic fate is revisionistically altered in the film.

The Shocking Sequel: Brad Pitt Returns as Cliff Booth in a David Fincher Spinoff

The most compelling and current development for fans of the film is the news of a confirmed sequel/spinoff centered entirely on Brad Pitt's character, Cliff Booth. This project, reportedly titled The Adventures of Cliff Booth, is being developed for Netflix and is set to be directed by the acclaimed filmmaker David Fincher.

Pitt, who earned an Oscar for his portrayal of the laid-back stuntman, is reprising his role as Cliff Booth, with the film rumored for a summer 2026 release. The plot details remain tightly guarded, but the film is expected to delve deeper into the life of the stuntman, potentially exploring the period after the events of 1969. The casting news is equally exciting, with Elizabeth Debicki and Scott Caan reportedly joining the ensemble, adding fresh talent to the *Once Upon a Time in Hollywood* universe.

This news is particularly significant as it marks a rare continuation of a Quentin Tarantino film universe without the director himself at the helm, though Tarantino is rumored to have written the script. The combination of Brad Pitt's Oscar-winning performance and David Fincher's meticulous direction promises a unique, possibly darker, exploration of the Hollywood stunt world and the character of Cliff Booth.

Current Projects: Where Rick Dalton and Sharon Tate's Actors Are Headed in 2025

While Brad Pitt is busy with his Cliff Booth spinoff, his co-stars, Leonardo DiCaprio and Margot Robbie, are also headlining major upcoming 2025 releases, ensuring their continued presence at the forefront of the cinematic landscape.

Leonardo DiCaprio's 2025 Paul Thomas Anderson Collaboration

Following his acclaimed work, Leonardo DiCaprio's next major project is the black comedy action thriller One Battle After Another, directed and co-produced by the visionary Paul Thomas Anderson. The film, which is reportedly set for an August 2025 release, sees DiCaprio in a leading role as Bob Ferguson, continuing his trend of working with auteur directors. This project highlights DiCaprio’s commitment to challenging, unconventional roles, much like his performance as the troubled Rick Dalton.

Margot Robbie’s Romantic Fantasy Film

Margot Robbie, who has solidified her status as a powerhouse producer and actress, is set to star in the romantic fantasy film A Big Bold Beautiful Journey. Scheduled for a 2025 release from Sony Pictures, the film co-stars Colin Farrell and is directed by Kogonada. This role showcases Robbie's versatility, moving from the tragic innocence of Sharon Tate to a potentially whimsical, high-concept narrative.

Beyond The Leads: The Supporting Cast That Defined 1969 Hollywood

Once Upon a Time in Hollywood was rich with memorable supporting entities, many of whom have seen their careers skyrocket since the film’s release. These actors provided the crucial texture of 1960s Hollywood and the chilling presence of the Manson Family cult.

  • Austin Butler (Tex): Butler's chilling portrayal of the Manson follower Tex set the stage for his Oscar-nominated role in Elvis.
  • Maya Hawke (Flower Child): The daughter of Uma Thurman and Ethan Hawke, her role as one of the Spahn Ranch hippies further established her rising star power, especially following her success in Stranger Things.
  • Mikey Madison (Sadie) and Victoria Pedretti (Lulu): These actresses, who played the most aggressive Manson Family members, have both gone on to significant roles in major horror and thriller series.
  • Timothy Olyphant (James Stacy): The actor who played the star of the fictional Western series Lancer is rumored to potentially reprise his role in the Cliff Booth sequel, further tying the new project to the original film's narrative.

The film’s production itself holds fascinating behind-the-scenes facts that highlight Tarantino’s dedication to authenticity. For example, the role of George Spahn, the blind owner of Spahn Ranch, was originally cast with Hollywood legend Burt Reynolds. However, Reynolds passed away before he could shoot his scenes, and the role was ultimately taken by Bruce Dern. Furthermore, when Margot Robbie's Sharon Tate goes to a cinema to watch her own film, The Wrecking Crew, the filmmakers opted to use actual clips from the 1968 movie, adding an extra layer of realism and homage to the period.

Ultimately, the enduring appeal of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood is its ability to merge the nostalgic golden age of cinema with a dark, revisionist history. With Brad Pitt's Cliff Booth sequel, The Adventures of Cliff Booth, on the horizon and the main cast continuing their reign over blockbuster and prestige cinema, the legacy of Tarantino's ninth film is not fading—it is evolving into a new, exciting cinematic universe.

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