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The Adventures Continue: Where Is The 'Once Upon A Time... In Hollywood' Cast Now?

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Five years after its blockbuster debut, Quentin Tarantino's ninth film, Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood, continues to be a cultural touchstone, but the biggest news is happening right now, in late 2025. The star-studded ensemble, which brilliantly reimagined 1969 Los Angeles, has since launched several careers into the stratosphere and, most notably, set the stage for a dramatic return to the universe. Forget the awards the film won; the real story is the surprising new chapter being filmed, which centers on Brad Pitt's iconic character, Cliff Booth, and the explosive new projects from the film's breakout stars.

The film, a love letter to a bygone era of Tinseltown, was a critical and commercial success, earning ten Academy Award nominations and delivering Brad Pitt his first acting Oscar. As of December 20, 2025, the legacy of the film is not just in its revisionist history but in the momentum it gave its cast, from Hollywood legends to the new generation of talent who played members of the Manson Family.

The Star-Powered Core: Cast Profiles and Their Latest Blockbusters

The core trio of Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood represented the pinnacle of modern Hollywood star power. Here is a look at their profiles and the most current projects dominating the industry in 2025.

  • Leonardo DiCaprio as Rick Dalton:
    • Born: November 11, 1974 (Los Angeles, California)
    • Role: Rick Dalton, the fading TV Western star struggling to transition to film.
    • Current Update: DiCaprio remains one of the world's most sought-after actors. Following his work with Martin Scorsese on Killers of the Flower Moon, he is set to star in two major projects: Paul Thomas Anderson's action-thriller, *One Battle After Another*, slated for a 2025 release, and another collaboration with Scorsese, *Home*.
  • Brad Pitt as Cliff Booth:
    • Born: December 18, 1963 (Shawnee, Oklahoma)
    • Role: Cliff Booth, Rick Dalton's loyal, laid-back stunt double and best friend.
    • Current Update: Pitt's performance won him the Best Supporting Actor Oscar. His biggest news is the upcoming sequel/spinoff, The Adventures of Cliff Booth, which he is currently filming. The story reportedly catches up with Cliff in 1977, where he has transitioned from stuntman to a powerful Hollywood studio "fixer."
  • Margot Robbie as Sharon Tate:
    • Born: July 2, 1990 (Dalby, Queensland, Australia)
    • Role: Sharon Tate, the real-life actress and wife of Roman Polanski.
    • Current Update: After her massive success in *Barbie*, Robbie continues her reign as a top producer and actress. She is set to star opposite Colin Farrell in the romantic fantasy film *A Big Bold Beautiful Journey*, which is scheduled for release in 2025.

The Adventures of Cliff Booth: A Tarantino Universe Spinoff

The most compelling and fresh piece of news for fans of the film is the official continuation of the story, focusing on Brad Pitt's character, Cliff Booth. While Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood was a standalone film, the announcement and subsequent filming of The Adventures of Cliff Booth confirm that the world Tarantino created is expanding.

The sequel/spinoff is a direct continuation, though Quentin Tarantino himself is not directing; he wrote the script, ensuring the distinct voice of the universe remains intact. The new film is set eight years after the original, placing Cliff Booth in the late 1970s, a time of significant change in Hollywood. The plot sees Cliff stepping into a new role as a powerful "fixer" for a major studio, a job that involves protecting the studio's stars and covering up their indiscretions. This new role promises to explore the darker, grittier side of Tinseltown's post-Manson era, a perfect vehicle for the charismatic and morally ambiguous Booth.

Rumors also suggest that other key players from the original film may make an appearance, with Timothy Olyphant reportedly reprising his role as actor James Stacy, further cementing the film's connection to the original narrative.

The Explosive Rise of the New Hollywood Generation

Beyond the superstar leads, Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood served as a career springboard for a cohort of younger actors, many of whom portrayed members of the infamous Manson Family at Spahn Ranch. Their subsequent success is a testament to Tarantino’s eye for talent and the film’s massive reach, establishing a new generation of A-listers.

The Breakout Stars and Their Current Projects (2025)

The careers of these actors have soared since 2019, making them some of the most talked-about names in the industry today:

  • Austin Butler (Tex): Butler, who played the Manson Family member Tex, has had one of the most meteoric rises. After earning an Oscar nomination for *Elvis*, his star power was cemented with a villainous, critically-acclaimed turn as Feyd-Rautha Harkonnen in *Dune: Part Two*. He is currently lined up to star in the upcoming crime movie *City on Fire*.
  • Margaret Qualley (Pussycat): Qualley's captivating performance as the hitchhiking Pussycat earned her widespread attention. She has since starred in the critically praised Netflix series *Maid* and is currently one of the busiest actresses in Hollywood. Her upcoming 2025 projects include the Ethan Coen film *Honey Don't!* and the horror-thriller *Victorian Psycho*.
  • Mikey Madison (Sadie): Madison, who delivered the film's shocking and memorable climax as the Manson Family member Sadie, has also seen her career take off. Following a major award win in early 2025, she is reportedly being considered for a lead role in Zach Cregger’s *Resident Evil* and is in talks to replace Sydney Sweeney in A24's adaptation of Edgar Allan Poe's *The Masque of the Red Death*.
  • Sydney Sweeney (Snake): Though a smaller role as the Manson Family member Snake, Sweeney's career has exploded into the mainstream with hits like HBO's *Euphoria* and *The White Lotus*, making her one of the most recognizable young actresses today.

Unforgettable Entities and Behind-The-Scenes Facts

The film is rich with historical and fictional entities that contribute to its topical authority and nostalgic atmosphere. The fictional characters of Rick Dalton (a struggling actor) and Cliff Booth (his stunt double) interact seamlessly with real-life figures like Sharon Tate and the infamous Manson Family, creating a unique alternate history.

Key entities that define the film's world include the iconic Spahn Ranch, where the Manson Family resided, and the many references to the Golden Age of Hollywood, including the TV show *Bounty Law* and the Italian Spaghetti Westerns that Rick Dalton briefly starred in. The film's production was also steeped in Hollywood lore, with one notable behind-the-scenes fact being that legendary actor Burt Reynolds was originally cast to play George Spahn, the blind ranch owner, but sadly passed away before filming his scenes. The role was ultimately taken over by Bruce Dern.

The enduring appeal of Once Upon a Time... in Hollywood lies not just in its star power and revisionist ending, but in how it acts as a pivotal moment for its entire cast, launching the next wave of cinematic talent while giving its legends a fresh, unforgettable chapter.

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