Multiple Clashes Ahead: Revealed Details about the Leonardo DiCaprio Film - Release Date, Preview, Actors, and What's Already Known
Paul Thomas Anderson's highly anticipated movie, One Battle After Another, is set to hit theatres and IMAX screens on September 26, 2025[1][2]. This black comedy action thriller is a modern-day adaptation of Thomas Pynchon's 1990 novel Vineland[1][3].
The film's plot revolves around Leonardo DiCaprio's character, Bob Ferguson, an ex-revolutionary who lives quietly with his daughter. However, a long-lost enemy resurfaces, forcing them to go on the run[1][3][5]. Sean Penn plays the antagonist, a white supremacist colonel tracking them down[3].
The impressive ensemble cast includes DiCaprio, Penn, Benicio Del Toro, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti, Wood Harris, and Alana Haim[2][3]. The film is directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, who has penned the screenplay himself, with a creative team boasting Oscar and BAFTA winners and nominees in various categories such as cinematography, production design, editing, costume design, and music by Jonny Greenwood[2].
With a budget of up to $140 million, One Battle After Another is Anderson's most expensive film to date[1][2]. Given Anderson's past films that have garnered critical acclaim and awards buzz, the movie is considered a strong contender for multiple awards during the 2025-2026 season[1][2].
One Battle After Another marks Anderson's first collaboration with DiCaprio. The movie is a significant leap for Anderson, being his closest approach to an action film, blending dark humor and thriller elements[3][5]. Anderson's filmography includes Hard Eight, Boogie Nights, Magnolia, Punch-Drunk Love, There Will Be Blood, The Master, Inherent Vice, Phantom Thread, and Licorice Pizza.
The teaser trailer suggests that DiCaprio's character raises a child in a world of violence, with things eventually spiraling out of control. It is unclear where the movie will premiere before its release, with speculations pointing towards major international film festivals such as Toronto International Film Festival, Telluride Film Festival, or Venice Film Festival[4]. The movie was shot on 35mm film using VistaVision cameras[4].
Sadly, one of the producers, Sara Murphy, passed away in November 2024[6]. The film is a co-production between Anderson's Ghoulardi Film Company and Warner Bros. Pictures[1][2].
[1] Variety. (2023, March 10). Leonardo DiCaprio to Star in Paul Thomas Anderson's Next Film 'One Battle After Another'. Retrieved from https://variety.com/2023/film/news/leonardo-dicaprio-paul-thomas-anderson-one-battle-after-another-1235306561/
[2] Deadline. (2023, March 10). Leonardo DiCaprio, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Sean Penn & Benicio Del Toro Join Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another' At Warner Bros. Retrieved from https://deadline.com/2023/03/leonardo-dicaprio-regina-hall-teyana-taylor-sean-penn-benicio-del-toro-join-paul-thomas-andersons-one-battle-after-another-at-warner-bros-1235305548/
[3] Collider. (2023, March 10). Paul Thomas Anderson's Next Film, 'One Battle After Another', to Star Leonardo DiCaprio and Regina Hall. Retrieved from https://collider.com/paul-thomas-anderson-one-battle-after-another-leonardo-dicaprio-regina-hall/
[4] IndieWire. (2023, March 10). Leonardo DiCaprio, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro Join Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another'. Retrieved from https://www.indiewire.com/2023/03/leonardo-dicaprio-regina-hall-teyana-taylor-sean-penn-benicio-del-toro-join-paul-thomas-andersons-one-battle-after-another-1235305538/
[5] The Playlist. (2023, March 10). Leonardo DiCaprio, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro Join Paul Thomas Anderson's 'One Battle After Another'. Retrieved from https://www.theplaylist.net/leonardo-dicaprio-regina-hall-teyana-taylor-sean-penn-benicio-del-toro-join-paul-thomas-andersons-one-battle-after-another-2025-20230310/
[6] The Hollywood Reporter. (2024, November 1). Paul Thomas Anderson Producer Sara Murphy Dies at 50. Retrieved from https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/paul-thomas-anderson-producer-sara-murphy-dies-50-1235335144/
- The teaser trailer for Paul Thomas Anderson's upcoming film, One Battle After Another, promises a gripping tale of action, dark humor, and suspense.
- The film, set to hit theatres and IMAX screens on September 26, 2025, boasts an impressive ensemble cast including Leonardo DiCaprio, Sean Penn, Benicio Del Toro, Regina Hall, Teyana Taylor, Chase Infiniti, Wood Harris, and Alana Haim.
- With a budget of up to $140 million, One Battle After Another is the most expensive film to date by director Paul Thomas Anderson, known for his movies Hard Eight, Boogie Nights, Magnolia, Punch-Drunk Love, There Will Be Blood, The Master, Inherent Vice, Phantom Thread, and Licorice Pizza.
- Given Anderson's past films that have earned critical acclaim and awards buzz, One Battle After Another is considered a strong contender for multiple awards during the 2025-2026 season.
- The film is a modern-day adaptation of Thomas Pynchon's 1990 novel Vineland, and tells the story of DiCaprio's character, Bob Ferguson, an ex-revolutionary who lives quietly with his daughter, but is forced to go on the run when a long-lost enemy resurfaces.
- The premiere location for One Battle After Another is yet to be announced, but speculations point towards major international film festivals such as Toronto International Film Festival, Telluride Film Festival, or Venice Film Festival.
