Paul Thomas Anderson’s ninth feature film,“Licorice Pizza,”This film is in many ways a return of form for the writer/director. It takes place in 1970s and features a large cast of colorful characters. The movie also lovingly portrays his hometown of Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley suburb.
The story is about summer love and teenage misadventures and stars Alana Haim and Cooper Hoffman. Gary Valentine, a 15-year-old boy from Houston, makes his love for Alana Kane (Haim), into a friendship that turns into a business partnership. Gary’s entrepreneurial spirit takes them from the hills of Encino to Studio City and everywhere in between.
Gary and Alana will meet politicians, local celebrities and other romantic interests along the way as they try to figure who they are and what their goals in life. Check out the trailer for a sneak peek. here.
With the film’s limited release opening Friday and wide release just around the corner, you may be wondering how to watch “Licorice Pizza.” Here’s everything you need to know.
What is the right time? “Licorice Pizza”Get Out!
“Licorice Pizza”Opening in New York and Los Angeles on November 26, select cities. On that date, it will only be available in select theaters in these two cities. However, the film is released nationwide on Dec. 25, throughout the rest.
Where Can You Watch “Licorice Pizza?”
Los Angeles or New York City residents are able to catch the bus. “Licorice Pizza”In theaters and on 70mm film! It will be shown in Los Angeles at the Regency Village Theatre, Westwood. The limited release will be available at three locations in New York City: the Lincoln Square 13 AMC Theatre and Village East.
The film will play in cinemas across the country on Dec. 25.
No streaming plans have been announced yet, so you won’t be able to watch it online for now.
Who’s in the “Licorice Pizza” Cast?
“Licorice Pizza”There is a large ensemble cast with Alana Haim playing Alana Kane, and Cooper Hoffman playing Gary Valentine. Here’s a rundown of some of the other cast members:
- Jon Peters and Bradley Cooper
- Benny Safdie as Joel Wachs
- Sean Penn portrays Jack Holden
- Skylar Gisondo as Lance
- Tom Waits to be Rex Blau
- John C. Reilly plays Fred Gwynne
- Maya Rudolph as Gale
- Harriet Sansom Harris plays Mary Grady
- Christine Ebersole and Lucille Donolittle
- Isabelle Kusman and Sue Pomerantz
- Brian as Nate Mann
Are Paul Thomas Anderson’s Other Films Streaming?
- “Phantom Thread” (2017) – Hulu and Amazon Video (both with Cinemax subscription), DIRECTV
- “Inherent Vice” (2014) – Kanopy, Amazon Video
- “The Master” (2012) – Netflix, Hulu, Showtime, DIRECTV
- “There Will Be Blood” (2007) – Netflix, Pluto TV
- “Punch-Drunk Love” (2002) – HBO Max, Hoopla
- “Magnolia” (1999) – HBO Max, Hoopla
- “Boogie Nights” (1997) – Fubo, Showtime, DIRECTV
- “Hard Eight” (1996) – Amazon Video, Kanopy