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Coppola Endorses ‘One Battle After Another’ as PTA Catalog Sees Streaming Surge

Fresh data and strong audience grades suggest Paul Thomas Anderson’s latest will build momentum beyond its modest opening.

Overview

  • Exclusive JustWatch figures show sharp increases in streaming interest for Anderson’s earlier films, led by Inherent Vice up 557% and Licorice Pizza up 361%, with spikes aligning to the review lift and theatrical release.
  • Francis Ford Coppola said he watched the film in Rome and plans to see it again, praising Anderson’s approach and noting he wants a second viewing after navigating hearing and subtitle challenges.
  • The movie opened to about $22 million domestically and roughly $48 million worldwide, and its A CinemaScore and awards positioning have fueled expectations for a longer theatrical run.
  • Critical reception is among the year’s strongest, with reports citing 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, a 95 on Metacritic, a 4.5 average on Letterboxd, and enthusiastic industry chatter.
  • Coverage highlights standout performances, including newcomer Chase Infiniti’s breakout turn and widespread praise for Benicio del Toro’s understated work, reinforcing awards-season talk.