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Robert Pattinson's “Primetime” Trailer Teases 2006 DA Suicide

8/6/2026

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Summary

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A24 released the trailer for Primetime, starring Robert Pattinson, with a September 25 release.
The film will premiere in competition at Venice International Film Festival in September before its U.S. release.
Director Lance Oppenheim makes his debut with a screenplay by Ajon Singh based on Luke Dittrich’s article.
The trailer alludes to the November 2006 suicide of district attorney Bill Conradt, an event that led to the series’ 2008 cancellation.

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Story summary

A24 released the trailer for Primetime, starring Robert Pattinson, with a September 25 release.
The film will premiere in competition at Venice International Film Festival in September before its U.S. release.
Director Lance Oppenheim makes his debut with a screenplay by Ajon Singh based on Luke Dittrich’s article.
The trailer alludes to the November 2006 suicide of district attorney Bill Conradt, an event that led to the series’ 2008 cancellation.

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