Quentin Tarantino has kept a low profile since his 2019 film Once Upon a Time… in Hollywood, leaving fans eagerly awaiting his next move. While he's been tight-lipped about future projects, he has been working on a sequel to that film, The Adventures of Cliff Booth, which will see Brad Pitt reprise his role as the stuntman, though Leonardo DiCaprio won't return as Rick Dalton. That project is slated for IMAX release in November before hitting Netflix just before Christmas, with marketing expected to ramp up soon.
In the meantime, one of Tarantino's most celebrated works has just become more accessible than ever. Django Unchained, his 2012 spaghetti Western epic, is now streaming for free on Pluto TV. The film, which stars Jamie Foxx as the titular freed slave turned bounty hunter, alongside Christoph Waltz, Leonardo DiCaprio, Samuel L. Jackson, Walton Goggins, and Kerry Washington, has found a new home on the ad-supported platform. Unlike many streaming services, Pluto TV doesn't even require an account—just search for the movie and hit play.
Why Django Unchained Remains a Must-Watch
Fourteen years after its theatrical debut, Django Unchained still stands as a towering achievement in Tarantino's filmography. It's a film that blends the gritty, stylish action of a John Wick movie with the classic, morally complex storytelling of The Good, the Bad and the Ugly. The result is a unique cinematic experience that has only grown in stature over time.
The film was a massive success both critically and commercially. With a production budget of $100 million, it grossed over $425 million worldwide, more than doubling its break-even point. At the Oscars, Tarantino took home the award for Best Original Screenplay, while Christoph Waltz earned his second Best Supporting Actor trophy for a Tarantino film, following his win for Inglourious Basterds. On Rotten Tomatoes, it holds a Certified Fresh 87% critics' score and a strong 92% audience rating.
While Django Unchained isn't as action-heavy as some of Tarantino's other works, it features several standout sequences that showcase his signature style. The film's bounty hunter storyline and its nods to classic Westerns make it a perfect entry point for newcomers to the genre. For those who appreciate the director's knack for blending violence with dark humor, this is essential viewing.
If you're looking for more Westerns to stream, you might also want to check out Josh O'Connor's recent Western, which also landed on free streaming this month. And for a deeper dive into Tarantino's influences, you can explore his favorite Western, Rio Bravo, which is leaving streaming soon.
As Tarantino continues to tease his next projects, Django Unchained remains a testament to his storytelling prowess. Whether you're a longtime fan or a newcomer, catching it on Pluto TV is a no-brainer. For more updates on Tarantino's upcoming work and other streaming news, stay tuned to ShowtimeSpot.
