New ‘Primetime’ Trailer Shows Robert Pattinson’s Dark and Twisted Take on Chris Hansen
"What you're doing is more than acting. You're cleansing the world," Pattinson says as the "To Catch a Predator" host The post New ‘Primetime’ Trailer Shows Robert Pattinson’s Dark and Twisted Take on Chris Hansen appeared first on TheWrap .
Robert Pattinson is set to star as Chris Hansen in a new psychological crime thriller titled "Primetime," from A24. The trailer premiered on August 6, 2026, showcasing Pattinson's eerie portrayal of Hansen, who aggressively interrogates suspected predators. In one scene, Hansen sternly instructs a predator, "You see how this looks, right?" as the music swells.
The film, produced by Lance Oppenheim and based on true events, explores Hansen's ambition to create a show that matters more than "Lost." Despite his pursuit of a significant mark in the industry, Pattinson's character is shown to be frustrated by the show's lack of recognition. He confronts a predator on their own terms, declaring, "You're cleansing the world."
"Primetime" also features Skyler Gisondo, Phoebe Bridgers, Matthew Maher, and Bokeem Woodbine, with a release date set for September 25.
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