Hollywood star Brad Pitt attended the global premiere of his upcoming survival thriller Heart of the Beast on September 16, 2026, at the First Bank Amphitheater in Franklin, Tennessee (near Nashville). The high-profile outdoor event drew a mix of Hollywood talent and Nashville country music stars.
Red Carpet Highlights
Pitt arrived hand-in-hand with his girlfriend Ines de Ramon. Embracing the film’s wilderness theme, the Oscar winner wore an all-camouflage suit paired with aviator glasses, a beard and a gold chain. De Ramon complemented him in a tiered peach-colored dress.
The actor shared a few words with the press, noting he had been enjoying his time in Nashville:
“We’ve been having a great time. Heard some great music last night and great people, great food. Just enjoying it.”
He also expressed enthusiasm for the outdoor venue, recalling childhood memories of drive-in theaters.
Notable Attendees
Alongside Pitt, the red carpet featured:
Co-star J.K. Simmons
Director David Ayer
Actress Anna Lambe
Country stars including Jason Aldean and Brittany Aldean, Jana Kramer, Chase Rice and others
The event also included dogs from a local adoption service, nodding to the film’s central human-canine bond.
About the Film
Directed by David Ayer (Fury, Suicide Squad) from a screenplay by Cameron Alexander, Heart of the Beast follows Special Forces officer James Belmont (Brad Pitt) and his combat dog Odin. After a plane crash strands them deep in the Alaskan wilderness, the pair must fight for survival against the elements. The story explores the powerful bond between man and dog.
J.K. Simmons and Anna Lambe co-star. Pitt also serves as a producer on the project, which is distributed by Paramount Pictures.