Robert Pattinson to portray Chris Hansen in A24 thriller "Primetime"
A24 released a trailer for the upcoming film "Primetime," starring Robert Pattinson as former Dateline host Chris Hansen. The movie is set for a September 25 theatrical release.
A24 unveiled the first trailer for "Primetime," a thriller that casts Robert Pattinson as former Dateline NBC host Chris Hansen, known for the "To Catch a Predator" series. Directed by Lance Oppenheim, the film follows Hansen as he attempts to make television history in the early 2000s.
In the trailer, Pattinson delivers lines that echo Hansen’s on-air style, including a statement about accountability and a warning that viewers are about to become part of television history.
The preview has generated considerable discussion online, with some commentators noting Pattinson’s transformation and speculating about award potential. Others have raised questions about whether the film will address the real-life controversy that led to the cancellation of "To Catch a Predator" after a 2006 sting operation resulted in the suicide of Assistant District Attorney Bill Conradt.
"To Catch a Predator" ended its run in 2008 following the Conradt incident, which remains a focal point in discussions of the series’ legacy. Pattinson’s recent filmography includes roles in "The Batman," "Mickey 17," and upcoming projects such as "Dune: Part Three" and "The Batman: Part II."
"Primetime" is scheduled to open in theaters on September 25.