Reznor and Ross to Score Fincher's 'The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth'
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Reznor and Ross to Score Fincher's 'The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth'

authorBy Guillermo del Toro
DateNov 03, 2026
Read Time2 min

Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross, renowned for their work with Nine Inch Nails and as film composers, are once again joining forces to create the musical landscape for David Fincher's latest cinematic endeavor, 'The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth.' This highly anticipated collaboration marks their sixth project with Fincher, a partnership that has consistently garnered critical acclaim and industry awards, beginning with their Oscar-winning score for 'The Social Network.'

The exciting news regarding Reznor and Ross' involvement was unveiled on the movie's promotional poster. Fans will have the exclusive opportunity to experience the film in IMAX theaters starting November 25 for a two-week limited run, before it becomes available for global streaming on Netflix from December 23. Their enduring collaboration with Fincher showcases a profound creative synergy, evident in their past successes.

Their musical journey with Fincher began in 2010 with 'The Social Network,' a project that earned them both an Academy Award and a Golden Globe for Best Original Score. This initial triumph cemented their reputation as a formidable scoring duo, leading to their continued participation in Fincher's subsequent films. These include 'The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo' (2011), 'Gone Girl' (2014), 'Mank' (2020), and 'The Killer' (2023).

Beyond their frequent work with Fincher, Reznor and Ross have lent their distinctive sound to a diverse range of other films. Their impressive portfolio includes scores for 'Patriots Day,' the animated feature 'Soul,' the recent tennis drama 'Challengers,' the thriller 'Bird Box,' and 'Queer.' Atticus Ross's collaborative history with Trent Reznor extends back to 2002, encompassing various Nine Inch Nails releases, highlighting a long-standing and productive musical partnership.

'The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth' is conceived as a spin-off from Quentin Tarantino's acclaimed 2019 film 'Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.' This new narrative delves deeper into the life of Brad Pitt's character, Cliff Booth, set eight years after the original events. The film boasts an impressive ensemble cast, featuring talents such as Elizabeth Debicki, Scott Caan, Carla Gugino, Timothy Olyphant, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, promising a captivating extension to Booth's story.

The upcoming film, 'The Further Mis-Adventures of Cliff Booth,' promises to be another landmark collaboration between David Fincher and the acclaimed composing duo Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross. Their consistent ability to craft evocative and impactful scores has been a hallmark of Fincher's recent works. With its IMAX theatrical release followed by a global Netflix launch, this spin-off is poised to draw significant attention, continuing the rich narrative of the iconic Cliff Booth character within the Fincher-Reznor-Ross creative universe.

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