Quentin Tarantino to Join AFI Fest for 'Once Upon a Time' Event

WHO:

Deadline - Quentin Tarantino will appear in conversation at AFI Fest.

Variety - Quentin Tarantino will attend AFI Fest 2026 for a conversation and special screening.

WHAT:

Deadline - The event will include a screening of Tarantino's 2019 film "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood."

Variety - The screening and conversation will take place on Friday, October 23.

WHERE:

Deadline - The event will be held at the TCL Chinese Theatre.

Variety - The TCL Chinese Theatre is located in Hollywood.

WHEN:

Deadline - The event is scheduled for October 23.

Variety - The event is set for Friday, October 23.

WHY:

Variety - The event comes in anticipation of David Fincher’s new film “The Further Mis-Adventures Of Cliff Booth,” in which Brad Pitt is involved.

HOW:

Deadline - The event will feature a conversation format alongside the film screening.

(UPDATED October 13, 2026 20:03 UTC)

Quentin Tarantino will appear in conversation at AFI Fest 2026, which includes a special screening of his 2019 film "Once Upon a Time in Hollywood." This event is scheduled for Friday, October 23, at the TCL Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, and it comes in anticipation of David Fincher’s new film “The Further Mis-Adventures Of Cliff Booth,” featuring Brad Pitt. Attendees can look forward to an engaging conversation format alongside the film screening.