Robert Pattinson transforms into ‘To Catch a Predator’ host Chris Hansen in A24 movie
Robert Pattinson stars as Chris Hansen in the upcoming A24 film 'Primetime,' which explores the origins of Hansen's 'To Catch a Predator' series. The film's trailer showcases Pattinson's transformation and the controversial nature of the show, which confronted adult men attempting to engage with minors online. 'Primetime' is set to be released in theaters on September 11, 2026.
- ▪A24 released the trailer for 'Primetime' featuring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen.
- ▪The film tells the origin story of Hansen's 'To Catch a Predator' series.
- ▪The series was known for its controversial sting operations against potential Internet predators.
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- ▪ ‘Primetime’ Teaser: A24 Debuts Robert Pattinson’s Uncanny Take on Dateline NBC Host Chris Hansen — IndieWire
- ▪ Robert Pattinson Is To Catch A Predator’s Chris Hansen in Teaser for Primetime: Watch — Consequence (of Sound)
- ▪ ‘Primetime’ Trailer: Robert Pattinson Stars as ‘To Catch a Predator’ Host Chris Hansen in A24 Thriller — Variety
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Movies Robert Pattinson transforms into ‘To Catch a Predator’ host Chris Hansen in A24 movie By Antoinette Bueno Published May 27, 2026, 6:48 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add Page Six on Google Robert Pattinson’s surprising transformation into Chris Hansen has fans buzzing. A24 dropped their first trailer for “Primetime” on Wednesday, in which Pattinson plays the real-life investigative journalist. The film tells the origin story of Hansen’s notorious “To Catch a Predator” series.
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