Netflix’s Once Upon A Time In Hollywood Sequel Means We Are Getting Quentin Tarantino’s Scrapped 10th Movie After All

Netflix is developing a sequel to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, signaling that Quentin Tarantino’s scrapped 10th movie may finally see the light of day. The announcement of a sequel, helmed by acclaimed director David Fincher, initially raised eyebrows, particularly as it was made on April Fools’ Day. However, this is no prank. Fincher, known for some of his best works starring Brad Pitt (Fight Club, Se7en), will reunite with the actor for a return to his Oscar-winning role as Cliff Booth.

While Fincher is directing the upcoming sequel, the script remains the work of Tarantino. Ever since Once Upon a Time in Hollywood was released in 2019, fans have eagerly anticipated Tarantino’s 10th and final film—a project he has consistently stated would be his last. The Pulp Fiction director has long expressed his desire to end his career with an impeccable filmography, securing his legacy as one of the most talented filmmakers of his generation.

Netflix’s Once Upon A Time In Hollywood Sequel Is Reportedly Tarantino’s Scrapped 10th Film

According to reports, the Netflix sequel to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood was originally conceived as The Movie Critic, the much-anticipated 10th film from Tarantino. Initially announced in 2022, the project gained momentum in 2024 with Brad Pitt’s involvement. However, it was never officially linked to Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, as Pitt had already become one of Tarantino’s go-to actors, marking what would have been their third collaboration.

This would not be the first time another high-profile director has taken on a script written by Tarantino. Earlier in his career, he penned True Romance (directed by Tony Scott) and Natural Born Killers (directed by Oliver Stone), though he has had mixed feelings about the latter. With David Fincher now directing the sequel and Brad Pitt starring, there is speculation that Tarantino may still play a role in shaping the project, even as Fincher applies his own signature style.

Why Tarantino Didn’t Move Forward With The Movie Critic

Tarantino’s decision to scrap The Movie Critic reportedly stemmed from his long-held belief in “going out on top.” He has been adamant that his final film should be a triumphant sendoff to his legendary career. While The Movie Critic may be an excellent script, it seemingly did not fit his vision for a farewell project. If Fincher is now directing what was originally meant to be Tarantino’s 10th film, it suggests that the script had significant merit but was not the personal finale Tarantino envisioned for himself.

With Netflix backing the sequel and Fincher at the helm, Once Upon a Time in Hollywood 2 promises to be a compelling return to Tarantino’s cinematic universe, ensuring that audiences get a glimpse of what could have been his final masterpiece.

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