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Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen in A24’s ‘Primetime’ Trailer Unveiled
A24 has released the official trailer for its upcoming drama‑thriller Primetime. The film stars Robert Pattinson portraying former NBC journalist Chris Hansen, the host of the early‑2000s “To Catch a Predator” series. Directed by Lance Oppenheim from a screenplay by Ajon Singh, the trailer shows Hansen’s 2006 rise, including a scene where former NBCUniversal chief Jeff Zucker (playing himself) tells him, “I don’t really like your show, but America loves it,” before moving the program to primetime. Hansen later declares, “I’ll be bigger than Lost!”
The supporting cast includes Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Phoebe Bridgers, Matthew Maher and Bokeem Woodbine. Primetime will debut in competition at the Venice International Film Festival in early September 2026 and will open in U.S. theatres on September 25, 2026. The story examines the blend of law‑enforcement stings and televised entertainment, referencing the 2006 Texas prosecutor Bill Conradt’s suicide that followed a sting operation.
The film is produced by A24 and marks another high‑profile role for Pattinson, who also serves as a producer.
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A24 · Chris Hansen · Jeff Zucker · Lance Oppenheim · Robert Pattinson · Venice International Film Festival
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- [● 3 SOURCES] 'Primetime' dramatizes the origins of NBC's 'To Catch a Predator' program. brobible.com · www.bestmovie.it · time.news
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Robert Pattinson also serves as a producer on 'Primetime'. time.news
- [● 3 SOURCES] Lance Oppenheim directs the film 'Primetime'. brobible.com · www.bestmovie.it · time.news
- [● 3 SOURCES] 'Primetime' will premiere at the Venice International Film Festival. brobible.com · www.bestmovie.it · time.news
- [● 3 SOURCES] Robert Pattinson stars as Chris Hansen in the film 'Primetime'. brobible.com · www.bestmovie.it · time.news
- [● 3 SOURCES] 'Primetime' is produced by A24. brobible.com · www.bestmovie.it · time.news
- [● 3 SOURCES] Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo and Phoebe Bridgers are cast members in 'Primetime'. brobible.com · www.bestmovie.it · time.news
- [● 3 SOURCES] The theatrical release date for 'Primetime' is September 25, 2026. brobible.com · www.bestmovie.it · time.news