Carrie Fisher's Final Film Role
Carrie Fisher's last movie was The Last Thing He Wanted, a political thriller released on Netflix. The film was adapted from Joan Didion's nonfiction book and directed by Dee Rees. Fisher played the role of a newspaper editor in a supporting part that appeared in the final cut of the movie. Netflix, the streaming company behind the release, distributed the film globally as a Netflix original production.
The project completed principal photography before Fisher's death in December 2016, and post-production continued at Netflix's facilities. The film premiered at the Sundance Film Festival and was released for streaming on Netflix in early 2020. It features an ensemble cast that includes Anne Hathaway, Ben Affleck, and Willem Dafoe. The runtime is approximately two hours, and the story centers on a journalist navigating Cold War-era political intrigue.
Release Details and Distribution
The Last Thing He Wanted is classified as a drama and thriller, with a runtime of 134 minutes. Netflix acquired the distribution rights, and the film became available to subscribers worldwide without a theatrical window. The movie was produced in the United States and filmed in locations including the Dominican Republic and New Orleans.
Netflix, Inc., the company that distributed the film, reported the title as part of its original content slate for the year. The film's budget was not disclosed publicly, but Netflix typically funds its original films with production budgets ranging from tens of millions to over a hundred million dollars. The movie received mixed critical reception, with reviewers noting the performances and period setting.
Carrie Fisher's Career Context
Before The Last Thing He Wanted, Carrie Fisher was best known for her role as Princess Leia in the Star Wars franchise. She also wrote novels, screenplays, and performed on stage and television. Her final screen appearance was in the 2019 film The Last Thing He Wanted, which was released posthumously.
Fisher's estate and family have continued to manage her intellectual property, including the Star Wars character and her autobi works. The Last Thing He Wanted marked a return to dramatic film roles for Fisher after years of focusing on writing and advocacy. The film remains available for streaming on Netflix in most regions where the service operates.