First Trailer for Lance Oppenheim’s PRIMETIME Starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen Released.
The first official trailer for Lance Oppenheim’s upcoming film PRIMETIME has been released, offering a striking and unsettling first look at Robert Pattinson’s transformation into To Catch a Predator host Chris Hansen. The film is set to hit theaters this fall.
First trailer for ‘PRIMETIME’, starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen.
The film follows Chris Hansen as he runs ‘How To Catch A Predator’ where he confronts adult men who think they are meeting minors to have sex.
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A Cinematic Dive Into a Controversial TV Phenomenon
PRIMETIME explores the origins of one of the most polarizing true‑crime formats in American television history. The film dramatizes the early days of To Catch a Predator, the NBC segment that became a cultural flashpoint for its confrontational sting operations targeting individuals attempting to meet minors.
The trailer, edited in a split‑screen style reminiscent of early 2000s television, hints at a narrative that blends media satire, psychological drama, and a behind‑the‑scenes look at how sensationalist programming is created.
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Robert Pattinson’s Bold Transformation
Pattinson delivers an uncanny portrayal of Hansen, adopting his cadence, posture, and signature lines. The trailer features him reciting the familiar confrontational questions that made Hansen a household name. Early reactions highlight Pattinson’s eerie commitment to the role, suggesting another daring performance in his post‑Twilight career.
Lance Oppenheim’s Fiction Debut
Known for visually inventive documentaries such as Some Kind of Heaven and Ren Faire, Oppenheim makes his narrative feature debut with PRIMETIME. His documentary sensibilities are evident in the trailer’s voyeuristic framing and heightened realism, suggesting a film that blurs the line between truth and spectacle.
Thematically, PRIMETIME appears poised to examine the ethics of turning real‑world crimes into entertainment — and the psychological toll on those who create such content.
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Cast and Production
Alongside Pattinson, the film stars Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, and Phoebe Bridgers. The screenplay is written by Ajon Singh, with production handled by A24, Range Media, Square Peg, and Pattinson himself.
In Theaters This Fall
With its provocative subject matter, stylized direction, and Pattinson’s transformative performance, PRIMETIME is already shaping up to be one of the most talked‑about releases of the year. The film will arrive in theaters this fall.