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Pattinson and Waterhouse Kiss During Standing Ovation at Venice Screening of Primetime

The couple’s public display and strong audience reaction have given A24’s Primetime a high‑profile launch ahead of its Sept. 25 theatrical release.

Overview

  • Robert Pattinson and Suki Waterhouse attended the Primetime screening at the 83rd Venice Film Festival on Sept. 5, 2026, arriving by gondola and posing together on the Sala Grande red carpet.
  • Primetime stars Pattinson as Chris Hansen, is directed by Lance Oppenheim, features Phoebe Bridgers, Skyler Gisondo and Merritt Wever, and is scheduled to open in theaters on Sept. 25.
  • The screening drew an extended standing ovation that Variety reported lasted about seven minutes, and clips of the couple exchanging kisses during applause circulated widely on social media.
  • Fashion coverage of the outing varied across outlets, with WWD identifying a mossy green Saint Laurent lace mini for Waterhouse while Page Six and the Daily Mail published different descriptions of her arrival and red‑carpet looks.
  • The Venice reception gives the film early publicity and positions Primetime on the awards‑season festival circuit, while the couple’s affectionate presence has amplified public and press attention ahead of release.