Phoebe Bridgers has a new song out, and it comes attached to a movie she also appears in. The track, titled “On Video,” is her contribution to the soundtrack of Primetime, Lance Oppenheim’s new film starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen, the host of To Catch a Predator. It plays over the film’s end titles and arrives as part of the complete soundtrack. The song itself moves from warm and fuzzy to a distorted squall before settling back into a tender haze, and it marks the first time Bridgers has written a song specifically for the closing credits of a feature film.
Bridgers is also making her acting debut in Primetime. The film is set in 2006 and follows Hansen as he attempts to make television history. The cast includes Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Matthew Maher, and Bokeem Woodbine. The movie premiered at the Venice International Film Festival earlier this month and is now screening in theaters.
Bridgers’ First Writing For Closing Credits
“On Video” is Bridgers’ first original composition for a film’s end titles. That distinction alone makes the song notable, but it is not the only reason to pay attention. Bridgers is also appearing in the film, marking her acting debut alongside her musical contribution.
The song itself has a clear arc. It starts warm and fuzzy, then explodes into a distorted squall that swallows its gentler prelude whole. On its way out, it reverts to a tender haze that settles over the wreckage with an air of resignation. The contrast between the two sections gives the track a sense of movement, from gentle warmth to sudden disturbance and back to calm. The shift from soft to loud to soft again creates a structure that carries the listener through the song’s three distinct phases, each one distinct from the last.
The Cast Of Primetime
Oppenheim directs Primetime, which is set in 2006. Pattinson plays Hansen, the host of To Catch a Predator, attempting to make television history. The film also stars Merritt Wever, Skyler Gisondo, Matthew Maher, and Bokeem Woodbine.
The cast brings together actors from across film and television. Each member of the ensemble contributes to the story of Hansen’s attempt to make television history, with Pattinson taking on the lead role as Chris Hansen.
The Song’s Premiere And Its Current Run
“On Video” debuted live during Bridgers’ stop in Chicago last week, and she performed it again in Columbus earlier this week. The song’s premiere was part of her current tour, which supports her third studio album, Lost Weekend.
The album was unveiled in August, and “On Video” is the first new music Bridgers has released since then. The song’s live debuts in Chicago and Columbus gave fans early access before the official stream arrived. Those performances in Chicago and Columbus were the first public hearings of the track, and they came ahead of the official stream that followed.
Bridgers’ Current Tour
Bridgers is currently on “The Lost Tour,” her first full-band solo outing since 2023. The North American leg continues through November 1st, with Alex G joining as support. The European portion of the tour resumes later that month, with Isaac Wood and Anaïs joining Bridgers for those dates.
The tour schedule runs through the fall and into early winter, with shows across North America before heading to Europe for a stretch of dates in Ireland, the United Kingdom, and mainland Europe. The full itinerary includes stops at Barclays Center in Brooklyn, Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, and Rogers Arena in Vancouver, among others.
Here is the full list of upcoming dates:
- North American leg: September 24–November 1st, with Alex G as support
- European leg: November 23rd–December 12th, with Isaac Wood and Anaïs as support
Fans can get tickets to sold-out shows here, with a promo code offering a discount on first orders. The code applies to purchases of $200 or more, with savings of $20 at checkout.
The Soundtrack And Its Release
The complete soundtrack for Primetime is available to stream, and “On Video” is included as part of that collection. The track plays over the film’s end titles, which means audiences hear it in context before it lands online.
The soundtrack’s release follows the film’s theatrical rollout. The movie premiered at the Venice International Film Festival earlier this month, and it is now screening in theaters.
What Comes Next For Bridgers
Bridgers has a busy stretch ahead. The tour continues through November, with the European dates following in December. Between performances, she is promoting the Primetime soundtrack and preparing for the next phase of the Lost Weekend cycle.
The song’s live debuts in Chicago and Columbus suggest she is performing new material on the road. Fans who caught those shows got an early listen, and the stream now makes the track available to everyone.
Key Facts Box
- Song: “On Video” — written and performed by Phoebe Bridgers
- Film: Primetime — directed by Lance Oppenheim, starring Robert Pattinson as Chris Hansen
- Premiere: Debuted live in Chicago and Columbus; streamed officially
- Tour: “The Lost Tour” — North American leg through November 1st, European leg November 23rd–December 12th
- Support: Alex G joins North American dates; Isaac Wood and Anaïs join European dates
- Tickets: Sold-out shows available here, with promo code COS20 for $20 off orders of $200+
The combination of a new song, a film debut, and a full tour makes this a significant moment for Bridgers. Her acting debut in Primetime adds another dimension to her career, and the song gives fans a new piece of music to hold onto between albums.
The tour continues through November, with the European dates following in December.
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