DiCaprio's Dystopian Film: Surprises Await Beyond Release Date

Leonardo DiCaprio stars in the action thriller film "One Battle After Another" as a former revolutionary on a mission to rescue his daughter in an authoritarian America.

Key Awards and Recognition

Directed by Paul Thomas Anderson, the Warner Bros. film won Best Picture at the 2026 Critics’ Choice Awards and received accolades at the Golden Globe Awards and BAFTAs. It is based on Thomas Pynchon’s novel Vineland, offering a satirical take on a politically turbulent America.

Plot Summary

The story follows Bob, a washed-up revolutionary, and his daughter Willa as they navigate a dystopian future where authoritarian forces threaten their existence. The film weaves elements of humor into its dark narrative, exploring themes of family, resistance, and redemption.

The impressive cast includes Sean Penn, Chase Infiniti, Teyana Taylor, Benicio del Toro, Regina Hall, Jena Malone, Tony Goldwyn, and Alana Haim, alongside DiCaprio in leading roles.

"One Battle After Another" premiered in U.S. theaters on September 26, 2025, and made its streaming debut on Max (formerly HBO Max) on December 19, 2025. The film is also available for digital rental or purchase on platforms like Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home.