Charli XCX And Kylie Jenner Shine At The Moment Premiere

The Fine Arts Theatre in Beverly Hills was abuzz with excitement on January 29, 2026, as A24’s much-anticipated film The Moment held its Los Angeles premiere, drawing a constellation of young Hollywood stars and music icons to the red carpet. The event was not only a showcase for the film but also a gathering of some of the entertainment industry’s most influential names, including Kylie Jenner, Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, Demi Lovato, Tove Lo, and Best Director nominee Joachim Trier, according to Deadline.

Attendees arrived in style, with the likes of Jenner and Charli XCX turning heads in their fashion-forward ensembles. The red carpet quickly became a runway, as stars like Chappell Roan, Demi Lovato, and Tove Lo joined their castmates and friends, each making a statement with their sartorial choices. The scene was a testament to the film’s cultural cachet and the magnetic draw of its leading personalities. As WWD reported, the night was as much about the fashion as it was about the film, with “serious fashion moments” capturing the attention of fans and photographers alike.

But beyond the glitz, the film itself has been a source of intrigue and conversation. The Moment is no ordinary movie. Directed by Aidan Zamiri and co-written with Bertie Brandes, based on an original story idea from Charli XCX, the film defies easy categorization. Is it a documentary? A concert film? A narrative drama? According to Decider, the answer is both all of the above and none at all. The film is a mockumentary, with Charli XCX playing a fictionalized version of herself—a pop star gearing up for her first arena tour in the wake of her massively successful 2024 album, Brat.

Charli XCX herself has spoken about the origins of the film’s concept, sharing that the idea came from the pressure she felt to create a real concert documentary. Instead, she opted for a playful subversion: “She decided to make a fake one, instead,” as Decider put it. The movie walks a fine line between fiction and reality, drawing on the real experiences and anxieties of life in the pop spotlight while indulging in satire and self-referential humor.

The cast is as eclectic as the film’s premise. Alongside Charli XCX, the movie features performances from Rosanna Arquette, Kate Berlant, Jamie Demetriou, Hailey Benton Gates, Isaac Powell, and Alexander Skarsgård. The presence of such a diverse ensemble has only added to the film’s appeal, creating a buzz that has followed it from its Sundance Film Festival debut to its Los Angeles premiere.

Speaking of Sundance, The Moment had its world premiere at the prestigious festival in late January 2026, where it received mixed reviews from critics. While some praised its inventive approach and the raw, comedic energy of Charli XCX’s performance, others were left uncertain by its genre-blurring style. Still, as Decider noted, there’s little doubt that fans of the pop star and lovers of experimental cinema will be eager to see the film for themselves.

For those hoping to catch The Moment on the big screen, the wait is over—at least in select locations. The film officially opened in select U.S. theaters on January 30, 2026, with a wide release slated for February 6, 2026. Moviegoers can check local listings on platforms like Fandango to find a showing nearby. As of this week, the only way to experience the film is in theaters, making the communal cinema experience part of the event’s allure.

Streaming enthusiasts, however, will need to exercise a bit more patience. The Moment is not currently available on Netflix and, according to Decider, is unlikely to appear there anytime soon. That’s because the film is distributed by A24, which has an exclusive “Pay-1 deal” with Warner Bros. Discovery. This agreement means that after its theatrical and digital releases, A24’s movies—including The Moment—will stream first on HBO Max (now simply called Max in some markets).

Based on recent A24 release patterns, there’s speculation that The Moment could be available to purchase or rent on digital platforms as early as March 2026, about a month after its theatrical debut. Streaming on HBO Max is expected to follow in late May 2026, roughly four months after the initial release, though this timeline is subject to change. For now, fans hoping to watch from home will have to bide their time, or consider signing up for one of the streaming bundles that include HBO Max, Disney+, and Hulu for a discounted monthly rate.

The film’s unique blend of reality and fiction, along with its star-studded cast, has made it a talking point not just for fans but for industry insiders as well. At the Los Angeles premiere, the mood was both celebratory and reflective, with attendees acknowledging the film’s playful take on celebrity culture and the pressures of pop stardom. According to Deadline, the movie “follows Charli, playing a fictionalized version of herself, as a pop star embarking on her first arena tour amid the massive success of her new album, which breeds a monster that the artist can no longer control.” It’s a premise that resonates in an era when the boundaries between public persona and private self are increasingly blurred.

Director Aidan Zamiri, who was present at the premiere alongside co-writer Bertie Brandes and several cast members, has been lauded for his inventive vision and willingness to play with the conventions of the music documentary. The inclusion of real-life pop figures like Kylie Jenner, Chappell Roan, and Tove Lo in both the film and its promotional events further underscores the project’s meta approach.

While the critical response may be mixed, the cultural impact of The Moment is already being felt. It’s a film that asks audiences to question what’s real and what’s performance, all while delivering a visually arresting and often hilarious ride through the ups and downs of modern fame. Whether viewers see it as a sharp satire, a loving homage, or simply a fun night at the movies, The Moment is poised to be one of the most talked-about releases of early 2026.

As the film rolls out to wider audiences and eventually finds its way to streaming platforms, it’s clear that The Moment has captured, well, a moment—one that’s as much about pop culture’s obsessions as it is about the artists who shape them. For now, the spotlight belongs to Charli XCX and her creative collaborators, who have delivered a film that’s as unpredictable and compelling as the music that inspired it.