# A24 film Primetime release and trailer > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/a24-film-primetime-release-and-trailer > Updated: 2026-08-21T01:43:38.000Z. Sources: 54. Developments: 5. A24 has released the trailer for ‘Primetime’, a biographical drama-thriller directed by Lance Oppenheim in his feature film debut. The film stars Robert Pattinson, who also serves as a producer, as Chris Hansen, the former host of the ‘To Catch a Predator’ segments on ‘Dateline NBC’. The narrative explores the rise of Hansen’s television career and the ethical complexities of using sting operations for entertainment, specifically referencing the 2006 suicide of Texas prosecutor Bill Conradt. Journalist Chris Hansen has expressed skepticism regarding the production. During an appearance on the ‘Serialously’ podcast, Hansen suggested the team may have used his name for commercial purposes, stating, “My suspicion is that they used my name because it helps in a commercial enterprise.” A dispute has emerged regarding a private screening of the film. Hansen stated on Fox News that he refused to sign a “very restrictive agreement” that would require him to “sign away my rights to my name, image and brand,” noting his legal team advised against it. However, sources close to A24 and the production disputed this characterization, asserting the document was a standard non-disclosure agreement (NDA) required for all preview audiences to prevent spoilers and protect intellectual property. These sources claim the agreement did not involve relinquishing rights to his name or brand. ‘Primetime’ is scheduled to premiere at the Venice Film Festival before its theatrical release on September 25, 2026. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-21: Chris Hansen refuses to watch A24 film Primetime over NDA dispute Chris Hansen refused to watch a private screening of the A24 film ‘Primetime’ after disputing a non-disclosure agreement he claims was overly restrictive regarding his name and brand rights. 11 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chris-hansen-denied-screening-of-a24-film-primetime-over-legal-dispute ### 2026-08-18: Chris Hansen criticizes casting of Robert Pattinson in ‘Primetime’ film Chris Hansen has criticized the casting of Robert Pattinson in ‘Primetime’, an upcoming A24 film about his career, citing a lack of involvement in the production and questioning Hollywood’s motives. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/chris-hansen-criticizes-casting-of-robert-pattinson-in-primetime-film ### 2026-08-18: Robert Pattinson’s ‘Primetime’ trailer hits 35 million views Robert Pattinson’s new film ‘Primetime’ set a record for A24, with its trailer reaching 35 million YouTube views in ten days. The film premieres at the Venice Film Festival. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/robert-pattinsons-primetime-trailer-hits-35-million-views ### 2026-08-10: Robert Pattinson to star in A24’s ‘Primetime’ about Chris Hansen A24 released a trailer for ‘Primetime’, a biographical film starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen. The film explores the ‘To Catch a Predator’ sting operations and has already sparked viral social media mem 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/robert-pattinson-to-star-in-a24s-primetime-about-chris-hansen ### 2026-08-06: Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen in A24’s ‘Primetime’ Trailer Unveiled A24 released the trailer for Primetime, starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen of “To Catch a Predator.” Directed by Lance Oppenheim, it premieres at Venice and opens in U.S. theaters on Sep 25 2026. 35 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/robert-pattinson-to-portray-chris-hansen-in-a24s-primetime-film --- Cite as: A24 film Primetime release and trailer. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/a24-film-primetime-release-and-trailer