Sean Penn let himself get away with things for 15 years. Not anymore.
The actor is ready for his renaissance.
From The Times
October 12, 2025

Sean Penn’s new movie, “One Battle After Another,” is tough to pin down, which makes it a perfect fit for the actor. He spoke with us about that, and his anger, humanity and activism.

A black and white portrait of Sean Penn, who is in front of a blank wall, wearing a white t shirt and smoking a cigarette.

Devin Oktar Yalkin for The New York Times

Read the interview. →

Hosts David Marchese and Lulu Garcia-Navarro talk to the world’s most fascinating people.

Sign up for The Interview

Hosts David Marchese and Lulu Garcia-Navarro talk to the world’s most fascinating people.

Get it in your inbox

If you received this newsletter from someone else, subscribe here.

Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance.

You received this message because you signed up for updates from The New York Times.

To stop receiving From The Times, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings.

Subscribe to The Times

Connect with us on:

facebookxinstagramwhatsapp

Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices

LiveIntent LogoAdChoices Logo

The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018