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One Battle After Another

Some search for battle, others are born into it...

2025 162 min ★ 7.3 (4,184) Released
Comedy Crime Thriller

Washed-up revolutionary Bob exists in a state of stoned paranoia, surviving off-grid with his spirited, self-reliant daughter, Willa. When his evil nemesis resurfaces after 16 years and she goes missing, the former radical scrambles to find her, father and daughter both battling the consequences of his past.

Original title
One Battle After Another
Language
EN
Country
US
Budget
$175,000,000
Revenue
$209,377,100
Reviews & Ratings 6
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The Fixate & Binge Podcast, w/ Joe Curdy

Jul 29, 2026 · via TMDB

★ 10.0

No matter how you approach Paul Thomas Anderson's **ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER** whether broadly or myopically, the film has many stories to tell that expand or contract however we view it. On a larger scale, the film is about the oppressive strictures governing society that turn whole swaths of the downtrodden into a community of masses huddled together -- and the revolutionary agents who seek to overthrow these draconian bulwarks. On a smaller scale, the film is also about the bonds between a father and a daughter and the turbulent past that inevitably superimposes itself on the present, threatening to tear asunder those very powerful bonds. Filmed in VistaVision, the second film in the 21st century since last year's acclaimed **THE BRUTALIST** -- PTA's film, much like the story, is epic in its larger themes and equally poignant in its more intimate interactions. VistaVision particularly excels with panorama as well as close-ups, two tonally valuable facets of filmmaking that soar in **ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER**. Twinned with PTA's frequent musical collaborator, Radiohead's Jonny Greenwood -- their sixth collaboration that is on track to match that of Spielberg and John Williams -- the percussive, jangly score carries us along with adrenaline-charged intensity and occasional rise and fall intonations that embrace the anarchy of the film itself. Lighter moments, even humorous ones, are perfectly balanced by Greenwood's score and it's long past time for the Academy to bestow its honors or further risk artistic obsolescence. PTA's film begins in the chaos of homegrown revolutionaries -- the French 75 -- a far-left, revolutionary group who are actively liberating immigrants in detainment camps along the California/Mexico border, targeting banks and military border security agents in the name of establishing a counterculture new order in an America increasingly controlled by Conservative Nationalists. Adapted from Thomas Pynchon's 1990 novel ***'Vineland'*** -- a postmodern novel set against the backdrop of California in 1984 during Ronald Reagan's re-election -- PTA's **ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER** offers a very close analogue to Pynchon's novel, with Leonardo DiCaprio playing fellow revolutionary saboteur leader Pat Calhoun/Bob Ferguson, a bomb specialist alongside Perfidia Beverly Hills -- played by Teyana Taylor. It is is their revolutionary pairing that results in the birth of a daughter, that puts their relationship at the crossroads. Pursued by the aptly named Col. Steven J. Lockjaw, portrayed by Sean Penn in what must be an award-winning performance, soon the French 75 are disbanded after key members of the group are captured. Sixteen years later, and living under an assumed name, DiCaprio's "Bob" (whose revolutionary days seem long behind him, lost in a haze of bong resin and brunchtime shots of Scotch) is single-father to Willa Ferguson, the incredible film debut of Chase Infiniti, living almost off-grid in northern California. When the relentless Col. Lockjaw once again is back in pursuit of the disbanded members of the French 75 -- DiCaprio's Bob and Willa find themselves barely able to keep one foot ahead of the long arm of the law. Relying on a network of committed locals, memorably from Willa's own Taekwondo Instructor, the scene-stealing Benicio Del Toro as Sensei Sergio St. Carlos who is revealed to be a major figure in the underground railroad movement for undocumented immigrants, the latter half of the film becomes a thrilling pursuit that culminates in one of the most cinematic endings seen. There is so much to enjoy in PTA's **ONE BATTLE AFTER ANOTHER**, with performances from DiCaprio, Infiniti, Taylor, Regina Hall, Del Toro, and especially Penn that are more than enough to hold our attention for the 2 hours and 45 minute runtime that seemingly flies by on the wings of pure cinema. Is it PTA's all-time masterpiece? I'll hold my tongue on that one -- but it's surely in the conversation.

P

PeaceMeal

Mar 29, 2026 · via TMDB

★ 6.0

If you liked a wacky crazy movie like Pulp Fiction, you'd like this movie - but with some key differences. But instead of the hero being a rightous Bruce Willis, "One Battle" has the "hero" being Leonardo as the gang member who is a violent leftist Antifa leader from the 70s who went into retirement to care for his daughter. I can see why the actor's union voted for it as Best Motion Picture. Actors are a leftist open-border anti-corporate anti-conservative anti-religious anti-ICE group. SUMMARY: The "good guys" are Antifa members fighting police, the military and corporations. The "bad guys" are the police and corporate execs which are all painted as "white supremicists" by the writer & director. Again, a dream movie for wealthy woke Hollywood actors. RATING: 7/10 for some crazy unpredictable events, but disliking their messaging.

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mgaugy

Jan 13, 2026 · via TMDB

★ 8.0

I'm not one to write reviews, but I have to say I thoroughly enjoyed this film. The writing had a fresh feel to it, the acting was superb, and the twists and turns just kept going. All I could think is that this feels like a Sergio Leone production, in that it just kept going. While Leo DiCaprio was amazing as always (while slowly turning into Jack Nicholson), and newcomer Chase Infinity gave a solid performance, I would say that Sean Penn stole the show. Penn's over-the-top portrayal of a militant man dedicated to the cause while also being the proverbial unstoppable force was exemplary. All in all, it was a great ride and a good watch. While the Oscars haven't gone yet, I was surprised to see the 2026 Golden Globes winners. Teyana Taylor was very good, if the writing was a little one-dimensional for her role. She excelled at what she had to work with, though I did wonder if she'd make the expected comeback later in the film. I think Sean Penn was heavily inspired by Dustin Hoffman through his portrayal of Col Lockjaw. His character surprisingly had more depth than any of the others. I wonder if Paul Thomas Anderson intended to make him an anti-hero. PTA did surpass himself with this one, his directing and screenplay were in complete harmony to produce the evocative message of far-right militarism combined with modern day racism through a telling story. His awards were well-earned.

B

badelf

Dec 26, 2025 · via TMDB

★ 10.0

Paul Thomas Anderson's "One Battle After Another", from Thomas Pynchon's novel, is recognizably a PTA film, yet profoundly different in ways that set it apart from everything he's done before. This is Anderson evolving, and stepping into territory he's previously only circled. For the first time, PTA is blatantly political and urgently timely. He tackles immigration and racism with direct engagement, addressing issues currently tearing through the United States. The "Christmas Adventurers Club," a white supremacist secret society, is openly satirical, bordering on actual humor. This is a radical departure from the subtle, slow-burn treatments of American corruption in "There Will Be Blood" or "The Master." Here, Anderson isn't dancing around the subject; he's naming it, mocking it, dismantling it. This satire isn't just thematic window dressing; it drives the entire plot. The moral lines are far more pronounced than in Anderson's typical work, where ambiguity reigns and characters exist in ethical gray zones. In "One Battle After Another," we know who the villains are, and Anderson wants us to know. The second clear departure is the clean, optimistic, and almost conventional ending. While PTA is known for character-driven scripts that often don't resolve, or only loosely do so, this film offers resolution. Two bad guys die, one by the hand of Willa (Chase Infiniti), signaling her continuation of her mother's revolution. It's hopeful. It's clear. It's decidedly not the PTA we knew. Yet for all these departures, the film succeeds because of its performances. Sean Penn and Leonardo DiCaprio deliver brilliant work, finding PTA's typical wounded, broken, ambiguous characters within otherwise clearly defined roles. DiCaprio especially discovers the satire and humor in the film without ever breaking character, threading a needle between comedy and tragedy that few actors could manage. "One Battle After Another" is Paul Thomas Anderson standing up, speaking out, and proving that evolution doesn't mean compromise.

D

drewwash

Dec 17, 2025 · via TMDB

★ 7.0

I watched with low expectations. The marketing was so overwhelming that I anticiated a let down. It exceeded expectations and delivered an exciting experience. It is a watch once and forget it movie, but worthy of a watch.

Henry | The Reel Verdict

Henry | The Reel Verdict

Dec 11, 2025 · via TMDB

★ 8.0

Movie Review: One Battle After Another One Battle After Another is a masterful dark comedy-drama that skillfully balances humour with unsettling realism. The performances are compelling, and the cinematography strikingly captures both the intimacy and tension of each scene. Beneath its moments of humour lies a powerful narrative about love, resilience, and the human cost of political conflict. The film’s ability to be both enjoyable and unnerving makes it a provocative, thought-provoking experience, one that lingers long after the credits roll. Rating: 8/10

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Cast 29
Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio

Bob

Sean Penn

Sean Penn

Col. Steven J. Lockjaw

Chase Infiniti

Chase Infiniti

Willa

Benicio del Toro

Benicio del Toro

Sensei Sergio St. Carlos

Regina Hall

Regina Hall

Deandra

Teyana Taylor

Teyana Taylor

Perfidia

Wood Harris

Wood Harris

Laredo

Tony Goldwyn

Tony Goldwyn

Virgil Throckmorton

D.W. Moffett

D.W. Moffett

Bill Desmond

Paul Grimstad

Paul Grimstad

Sommerville

Dijon

Dijon

Talleyrand

Kevin Tighe

Kevin Tighe

Roy More

John Hoogenakker

John Hoogenakker

Tim Smith

Eric Schweig

Eric Schweig

Avanti

April Grace

April Grace

Sister Rochelle

Jim Downey

Jim Downey

Sandy Irvine

Alana Haim

Alana Haim

Mae West

Shayna McHayle

Shayna McHayle

Junglepussy

Brooklyn Demme

Brooklyn Demme

Sober Rick

Starletta DuPois

Starletta DuPois

Grandma Minnie

Peter N. Lyas III

Peter N. Lyas III

Bank Security Guard

Steven Knoll

Steven Knoll

Military Man

Mickey Giacomazzi

Mickey Giacomazzi

Deandra's Van Driver

Jena Malone

Jena Malone

Greeting Code (voice)

Dan Chariton

Dan Chariton

Comrade Josh

Jon Beavers

Jon Beavers

1776 James

Anthony Xzavier Estrada

Anthony Xzavier Estrada

Thief (uncredited)

Juandi Aires

Juandi Aires

Young Immigrant

Mario Valdez

Mario Valdez

Courthouse Security (uncredited)

Crew 107
Cait Brasel

Cait Brasel

Additional Set Dresser

Brad Einhorn

Brad Einhorn

Assistant Property Master

Florencia Martin

Florencia Martin

Production Design

Anthony Carlino

Anthony Carlino

Set Decoration

Dylan Goss

Dylan Goss

Aerial Director of Photography

Michael Bauman

Michael Bauman

Director of Photography

Colleen Atwood

Colleen Atwood

Costume Design

Heba Thorisdottir

Heba Thorisdottir

Makeup Department Head

Arjen Tuiten

Arjen Tuiten

Prosthetic Designer

Christopher Allen Nelson

Christopher Allen Nelson

Special Effects Makeup Artist

Jon Brion

Jon Brion

Additional Music

Marco Morales

Marco Morales

Catering Head Chef

Adam Somner

Adam Somner

In Memory Of

Brian Machleit

Brian Machleit

Stunt Coordinator

Eliza Coleman

Eliza Coleman

Stunt Driver

Jobie James

Jobie James

Stunt Driver

Wally Lozano

Wally Lozano

Stunt Driver

Alyma Dorsey

Alyma Dorsey

Stunts

Andy Gill

Andy Gill

Stunts

Angela Meryl

Angela Meryl

Stunts

Benjamin Sanchez

Benjamin Sanchez

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Bobby Talbert

Bobby Talbert

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Brenda Lorena Garcia

Brenda Lorena Garcia

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Brett A. Jones

Brett A. Jones

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Casey O'Neill

Casey O'Neill

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Chad Guerrero

Chad Guerrero

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Charlotte Townsend

Charlotte Townsend

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Chau Naumova

Chau Naumova

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Chris O'Hara

Chris O'Hara

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Chris Palermo

Chris Palermo

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Clay Cullen

Clay Cullen

Stunts

Colby Lemmo

Colby Lemmo

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Collin Hymes

Collin Hymes

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Corey Michael Eubanks

Corey Michael Eubanks

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Craig Johnson

Craig Johnson

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Daniel Stevens

Daniel Stevens

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Danny Downey

Danny Downey

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David Barrett

David Barrett

Stunts

David Hutchison

David Hutchison

Stunts

Doug Coleman

Doug Coleman

Stunts

Eddie Braun

Eddie Braun

Stunts

Eliza Coleman

Eliza Coleman

Stunts

Erik Solky

Erik Solky

Stunts

Erik Stabenau

Erik Stabenau

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Freddy Bouciegues

Freddy Bouciegues

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Gabriel Rios

Gabriel Rios

Stunts

Gilbert Rosales

Gilbert Rosales

Stunts

Hannah Betts

Hannah Betts

Stunts

Jack Gill

Jack Gill

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Jeremy Fry

Jeremy Fry

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Jim Wilkey

Jim Wilkey

Stunts

Kamy D. Bruder

Kamy D. Bruder

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Keith Campbell

Keith Campbell

Stunts

Kimberly Shannon Murphy

Kimberly Shannon Murphy

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Lisa Dempsey

Lisa Dempsey

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Mallory Thompson

Mallory Thompson

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Mark Ginther

Mark Ginther

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Matt Berberi

Matt Berberi

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Matthew Taylor

Matthew Taylor

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Mickey Giacomazzi

Mickey Giacomazzi

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Morgan Benoit

Morgan Benoit

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Oakley Lehman

Oakley Lehman

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Rene Mousseux

Rene Mousseux

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Rex Reddick

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Richard Burden

Richard Burden

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Rick Avery

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Shauna Duggins

Shauna Duggins

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Skyler Millicano

Skyler Millicano

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Steve DeCastro

Steve DeCastro

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Tanner Foust

Tanner Foust

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Tim Connolly

Tim Connolly

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Tim Rigby

Tim Rigby

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Todd Schneider

Todd Schneider

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Torrey Vogel

Torrey Vogel

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Trenton Rostedt

Trenton Rostedt

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Troy Brown

Troy Brown

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Webster P. Whinery Jr.

Webster P. Whinery Jr.

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Whitney Coleman

Whitney Coleman

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Whitney Ortega

Whitney Ortega

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Zack Duhame

Zack Duhame

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Bryan Lourd

Bryan Lourd

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Giovanni Ribisi

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Jennifer Davisson

Jennifer Davisson

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Martin Brest

Martin Brest

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Matthew Heineman

Matthew Heineman

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Maya Rudolph

Maya Rudolph

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Michael De Luca

Michael De Luca

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Pamela Abdy

Pamela Abdy

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Rick Yorn

Rick Yorn

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Ryan Zacarias

Ryan Zacarias

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Paul Thomas Anderson

Paul Thomas Anderson

Director

Adam Somner

Adam Somner

First Assistant Director

Andy Jurgensen

Andy Jurgensen

Editor

Cassandra Kulukundis

Cassandra Kulukundis

Casting

Anthony Tittanegro

Anthony Tittanegro

Executive Producer

Adam Somner

Adam Somner

Producer

Paul Thomas Anderson

Paul Thomas Anderson

Producer

Sara Murphy

Sara Murphy

Producer

Goro Koyama

Goro Koyama

Foley Artist

Jonny Greenwood

Jonny Greenwood

Orchestrator

Jonny Greenwood

Jonny Greenwood

Original Music Composer

José Antonio García

José Antonio García

Sound Mixer

Chris Scarabosio

Chris Scarabosio

Sound Re-Recording Mixer

Tony Villaflor

Tony Villaflor

Sound Re-Recording Mixer

Chris Scarabosio

Chris Scarabosio

Supervising Sound Editor

Thomas Pynchon

Thomas Pynchon

Novel

Paul Thomas Anderson

Paul Thomas Anderson

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