Deadline released the first still from Only What We Carry as the film readies Berlin world sales, marking Quentin Tarantino’s first major on-screen role since 1996. The upcoming drama, written and directed by Jamie Adams, features Quentin Tarantino acting alongside Simon Pegg, Sofia Boutella, Liam Hellmann, Charlotte Gainsbourg, and singer Lizzy McAlpine. In the film, Tarantino portrays Julian’s publisher at a chateau, while Gainsbourg plays Charlotte’s protective sister. Production has wrapped. The narrative addresses unresolved grief and buried truths. Tarantino has not starred outside his films since From Dusk Till Dawn and is reportedly re-evaluating plans for a tenth feature.
Story and Characters
Only What We Carry is written and directed by filmmaker Jamie Adams. The drama centers on a former instructor, Julian Johns (played by Simon Pegg), whose life is disrupted when a past student returns home, forcing long-buried emotions and secrets to surface.
Tarantino plays John Percy, an old friend whose sudden arrival deepens the emotional tensions and uncovers hidden truths among the characters.
The narrative is described as an intimate drama dealing with themes of love, loss, and personal growth.
Ensemble Cast
Alongside Tarantino and Pegg, the film features a strong supporting cast, including:
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Sofia Boutella
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Charlotte Gainsbourg
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Liam Hellmann
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Lizzy McAlpine
- This mix of established actors and fresh faces adds to the film’s international appeal.
Production Details
The movie was shot in Deauville, France, and production reportedly wrapped in late 2025.
Interestingly, principal photography was completed in just six days, highlighting the project’s small-scale, character-focused approach.
Why the Film Is Generating Buzz
Several factors are driving interest in the project:
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Tarantino’s major acting return after decades.
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A character-driven drama rather than a typical action or genre film.
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The unusual pairing of Tarantino and Pegg on screen.
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An international, art-house-style production.
What to Expect
Unlike Tarantino’s own directorial works, Only What We Carry is expected to lean toward emotional storytelling rather than stylized violence or nonlinear narratives. With a short shooting schedule and intimate plot, it appears designed as a thoughtful drama rather than a blockbuster.
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