One Battle After Another OTT release date in India: Here's when and where you can stream Leonardo DiCaprio's black comedy actioner

One Battle After Another—the critically acclaimed Hollywood action-thriller—will finally debut in India on OTT. On February 26, 2026, the Paul Thomas Anderson film will make its JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) debut, following a prominent theatre run and a spell on premium VOD platforms.

How has One Battle After Another performed during the awards season?

In light of the film's impressive 13 Oscar nominations—including Best Picture, Best Director for Anderson, and Best Actor for lead star Leonardo DiCaprio—the announcement comes as no surprise. One Battle After Another has been a powerhouse on the international awards circuit.

With its official debut on the subscription-based streaming tier on February 26, the film has been accessible for digital rental on services such as Prime Video since November 2025 for ₹499, nevertheless. The movie will be available in 4K Ultra HD to JioHotstar subscribers in addition to their regular subscription.

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Is the release timing a strategic move for the Indian market?

Industry analysts have speculated that the film's "Oscar buzz" may have been an intentional decision to delay the OTT release. One Battle After Another is based on Thomas Pynchon's 1990 book, Vineland. The film's JioHotstar release in late February seems to be done with the thoughts of Indian consumers at the peak of awards season, which is set for March with the 98th Academy Awards. 

DiCaprio stars as Bob Ferguson, a former radical revolutionary who now lives an isolated existence with his neurotic daughter Willa, played by up-and-coming actor Chase Infiniti. Their seclusion is shattered when Colonel Steven J. Lockjaw (Sean Penn), Bob's archenemy of over two decades, makes a triumphant return, plunging him once more into a realm of political intrigue and high-stakes drama.

What makes the production of One Battle After Another unique?

The film serves as the first collaboration between Anderson and DiCaprio. The production's technical prowess was on full display as it captured the vast California landscapes using the rare and venerable VistaVision large-format equipment.

Leonardo DiCaprio (Bob Ferguson), Sean Penn (Colonel Steven J. Lockjaw), Benicio del Toro (Sergio St. Carlos), Regina Hall (Deandra/"Lady Champagne"), Teyana Taylor (Perfidia Beverly Hills), and Chase Infiniti (in her breakthrough role as Willa Ferguson) make up the film's cast, which critics have praised as one of the strongest of the decade.

Who is responsible for One Battle After Another's musical atmosphere?

Contributing to the film's tense atmosphere is the score by Jonny Greenwood, a frequent collaborator of Anderson's and a member of Radiohead.

One Battle After Another had mixed box office returns despite having Anderson's most costly production budget to date, which was anywhere between $140 million and $175 million. Its global gross was around $208 million. Despite becoming the director's highest-grossing feature to date, the film was criticised for being a "commercial disappointment" because of its high break-even threshold and extravagant marketing budget.

What is the critical outlook for One Battle After Another's Indian OTT debut?

Having said that, there is still an overwhelming amount of positive critical agreement. Critics have praised One Battle After Another for its edgy combination of black comedy and graphic violence. In India, where DiCaprio is still quite popular, its debut on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) is likely to increase its viewership dramatically.

One Battle After Another FAQs:

Q: When is the OTT release of One Battle After Another in India?

A: The official OTT release date for One Battle After Another in India is February 26, 2026, on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium). The film will be available for streaming following its successful theatrical run and initial digital rental phase.

Q: Is One Battle After Another based on a book?

A: Yes. One Battle After Another is a loose adaptation of the 1990 novel Vineland by the acclaimed postmodern author Thomas Pynchon. Director Paul Thomas Anderson modernized the setting and characters while retaining the core themes of political paranoia, family fractures, and the remnants of revolutionary movements.

Q: Who is in the cast of One Battle After Another?

A: One Battle After Another features a star-studded ensemble Leonardo DiCaprio as Bob Ferguson / "Ghetto" Pat Calhoun, Sean Penn as Colonel Steven J. Lockjaw, Teyana Taylor as Perfidia Beverly Hills, Benicio del Toro as Sergio St. Carlos, Chase Infiniti as Willa Ferguson / Charlene Calhoun, and Regina Hall as Deandra.