Robert Pattinson to star in A24’s ‘Primetime’ about Chris Hansen

A24 has released the trailer for ‘Primetime’, a biographical film starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen, the former host of Dateline NBC’s ‘To Catch a Predator’. Directed by Lance Oppenheim in his feature film debut, the movie explores the sting operations used to expose suspected predators and the ethical complexities surrounding the show’s methods.

The trailer features Pattinson delivering the line, “You see how this looks, right?”, a moment that has already gained significant traction as a viral meme on social media. The film is set to have its world premiere in the competition section of the Venice International Film Festival, with a theatrical release scheduled for September 24, 2026. The cast also includes Skyler Gisondo, Merritt Wever, and Phoebe Bridgers.