Billy Zane’s Marlon Brando Biopic Debuts in North America Today

Billy Zane’s new film, Waltzing With Brando, starring him as Marlon Brando, opens in theaters across the United States and Canada on September 19, 2025, marking a milestone in the actor’s career.

Biopic Brings Brando’s Eco-Retreat to Life

Adapted from architect Bernard Judge’s memoir, the film chronicles Brando’s ambitious plan to build a self-sustaining Tahitian atoll retreat in the late 1960s. Zane’s immersive performance highlights Brando’s environmental vision and personal solitude.

North America Launch and Distribution

• Iconic Releasing secured U.S. and Canadian rights, partnering with VMI Worldwide for international sales at Cannes.
• Premiere events and press screenings drew praise for Zane’s uncanny portrayal and the film’s lush cinematography.

Zane on the Transformation

Joining NBC’s TODAY on Sept. 17, Zane described the role as “an honor and a challenge,” noting that embodying Brando required deep study of his vocal patterns and mannerisms. He credited director Bill Fishman for guiding the balance between Brando’s public persona and private introspection.

Critical Reception and Audience Buzz

Early reviews commend Zane’s performance as “strikingly authentic” and the narrative’s blend of celebrity drama with ecological themes. Social media buzz highlights Zane’s physical transformation and the film’s meditative pacing.

What’s Next for Zane

Following Waltzing With Brando, Zane will embark on a promotional tour in key North American cities and is reportedly attached to a yet-untitled psychological thriller slated for 2026.

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