The acclaimed dystopian thriller, starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Sean Penn, is set to arrive on streaming platforms next month after dominating awards season.

One Battle After Another" Sets HBO Max Release Date for December Premiere

The critically acclaimed dystopian thriller "One Battle After Another" sets an HBO Max release date for December 19, bringing Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest cinematic achievement to streaming audiences just in time for the holidays. After a triumphant theatrical run, the film starring Leonardo DiCaprio will be available at home as its Oscar campaign reaches full momentum.

Award-Winning Film Heads to Streaming

Fresh from its industry-leading nine Golden Globe nominations, "One Battle After Another" has solidified its status as a major awards contender. The film’s timely narrative, powerhouse performances, and Anderson’s visionary direction have earned widespread critical praise since its September premiere.

Star-Studded Cast and Compelling Plot

Led by Leonardo DiCaprio as a washed-up revolutionary fighting to rescue his kidnapped daughter (Chase Infiniti) from a ruthless army officer (Benicio del Toro), the ensemble cast delivers career-highlight performances. Supported by Sean Penn, Teyana Taylor, and Regina Hall, the film weaves a gripping tale of paternal desperation within a chillingly relevant police-state America, loosely adapted from Thomas Pynchon’s novel Vineland.

Critical Acclaim and Box Office Success

Variety’s chief film critic Owen Gleiberman named it the best film of 2025, praising its “mesmerizing vision” and “hair-raising relevance.” The film has achieved a significant commercial milestone, earning $204 million worldwide to become the highest-grossing title of Anderson’s directorial career.

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Oscar Frontrunner Status

With its potent mix of political thriller intensity, emotional depth, and satirical edge, "One Battle After Another" is positioned as a formidable Oscar frontrunner. Its upcoming HBO Max debut will broaden its audience ahead of awards voting, allowing more viewers to experience what Gleiberman called “the kind of twists and turns that feed the audience.”

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Official release information from HBO Max and Warner Bros. Pictures, supplemented by critical reviews from Variety and box office data from Comscore.