Fight ClubPremiered 25 Years Ago — These Red Carpet Photos of Brad Pitt and Edward Norton Will Take You Back to 1999

Mar. 15, 2025

Edward Norton, Helena Bonham Carter and Brad Pitt at the 1999 premiere of ‘Fight Club’.Photo:Bei/Shutterstock

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The first rule of theFight Clubpremiere is: We definitely need to talk about theFight Clubpremiere.David Fincher’s 1999 big screen adaptation of author Chuck Palahniuk’s 1996 novel opened in U.S. theaters 25 years ago today, wowing audiences with its distinctive style and no-holds-barred — if frequently misunderstood — examination of modern masculinity. The film starredBrad Pittin the iconic role of Tyler Durden, who, alongsideEdward Norton’s character, starts an underground fight club for frustrated men looking to vent their pent-up aggression.Over the past two and a half decades, the film has become a cult classic. But in October 1999, Hollywood’s biggest stars showed up toFight Club’s red carpet premiere not knowing what was about to hit them

The first rule of theFight Clubpremiere is: We definitely need to talk about theFight Clubpremiere.

David Fincher’s 1999 big screen adaptation of author Chuck Palahniuk’s 1996 novel opened in U.S. theaters 25 years ago today, wowing audiences with its distinctive style and no-holds-barred — if frequently misunderstood — examination of modern masculinity. The film starredBrad Pittin the iconic role of Tyler Durden, who, alongsideEdward Norton’s character, starts an underground fight club for frustrated men looking to vent their pent-up aggression.

Over the past two and a half decades, the film has become a cult classic. But in October 1999, Hollywood’s biggest stars showed up toFight Club’s red carpet premiere not knowing what was about to hit them

01of 26Brad Pitt and Jennifer AnistonBrad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston in 1999.Dave Lewis/ShutterstockJennifer Anistonaccompanied then-fiancéBrad Pitt— in a very Tyler Durden pink shirt — toFight Club’s Oct. 6, 1999, premiere in Los Angeles.

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Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston

Brad Pitt and Jennifer Aniston in 1999.Dave Lewis/Shutterstock

Dave Lewis/Shutterstock

Jennifer Anistonaccompanied then-fiancéBrad Pitt— in a very Tyler Durden pink shirt — toFight Club’s Oct. 6, 1999, premiere in Los Angeles.

02of 26Edward NortonEdward Norton in 1999.Barry King/WireImagePitt’s costarEdward Norton, meanwhile, went for an effortlessly chic look.

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Edward Norton

Edward Norton in 1999.Barry King/WireImage

Barry King/WireImage

Pitt’s costarEdward Norton, meanwhile, went for an effortlessly chic look.

03of 26Helena Bonham CarterHelena Bonham Carter in 1999.Vinnie Zuffante/GettyHelena Bonham Carterstole every scene she was in as the wildly over-the-top Marla inFight Club.

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Helena Bonham Carter

Helena Bonham Carter in 1999.Vinnie Zuffante/Getty

Vinnie Zuffante/Getty

Helena Bonham Carterstole every scene she was in as the wildly over-the-top Marla inFight Club.

04of 26Meat Loaf and FamilyMeat Loaf with then-wife Leslie Aday and daughters Pearl Aday and Amanda Aday.Sam Levi/WireImageMeat Loaf, who had a supporting role as fight club member “Bob” in the film, brought his then-wifeLeslie Adayand daughtersPearlandAmandato the premiere.

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Meat Loaf and Family

Meat Loaf with then-wife Leslie Aday and daughters Pearl Aday and Amanda Aday.Sam Levi/WireImage

Sam Levi/WireImage

Meat Loaf, who had a supporting role as fight club member “Bob” in the film, brought his then-wifeLeslie Adayand daughtersPearlandAmandato the premiere.

05of 26Selma BlairSelma Blair in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImageCruel IntentionsstarSelma Blairhit the red carpet in a floral look.

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Selma Blair

Selma Blair in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImage

Cruel IntentionsstarSelma Blairhit the red carpet in a floral look.

06of 26Matt LeBlanc and Melissa McKnightMatt LeBlanc and Melissa McKnight in 1999.Barry King/WireImageSeveral of Jennifer Aniston’sFriendscostars showed up for Brad’s big night, includingMatt LeBlancwith then-girlfriendMelissa McKnight.

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Matt LeBlanc and Melissa McKnight

Matt LeBlanc and Melissa McKnight in 1999.Barry King/WireImage

Several of Jennifer Aniston’sFriendscostars showed up for Brad’s big night, includingMatt LeBlancwith then-girlfriendMelissa McKnight.

07of 26Courteney CoxCourteney Cox in 1999.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicA denim-cladCourteney Coxwas also in attendance.

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Courteney Cox

Courteney Cox in 1999.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

A denim-cladCourteney Coxwas also in attendance.

08of 26Matthew Perry and Rene AshtonMatthew Perry and Rene Ashton in 1999.Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via GettyAs wasMatthew Perry, with actress Rene Ashton.

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Matthew Perry and Rene Ashton

Matthew Perry and Rene Ashton in 1999.Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty

As wasMatthew Perry, with actress Rene Ashton.

09of 26Giovanni RibisiGiovanni Ribisi in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImageEven frequentFriendsguest starGiovanni Ribisimade an appearance!

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Giovanni Ribisi

Giovanni Ribisi in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImage

Even frequentFriendsguest starGiovanni Ribisimade an appearance!

10of 26Ben FosterBen Foster in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImageBen Fosterlooked like he may have raided Tyler Durden’s wardrobe for his red carpet look.

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Ben Foster

Ben Foster in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImage

Ben Fosterlooked like he may have raided Tyler Durden’s wardrobe for his red carpet look.

11of 26Chris IsaakChris Isaak in 1999.Barry King/WireImage"Wicked Game" singer Chris Isaak showed up in an eye-popping orange leather jacket.

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Chris Isaak

Chris Isaak in 1999.Barry King/WireImage

“Wicked Game” singer Chris Isaak showed up in an eye-popping orange leather jacket.

12of 26Lori PettyLori Petty in 1999.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicLori Pettyupstaged pretty much everyone with her glittering pink dress and striking black pixie cut.

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Lori Petty

Lori Petty in 1999.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

Lori Pettyupstaged pretty much everyone with her glittering pink dress and striking black pixie cut.

13of 26Ben Stiller and Christine TaylorBen Stiller and Christine Taylor in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImageBen StillerandChristine Taylor, meanwhile, make a more subdued — though perennially stylish — appearance in basic black.

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Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor

Ben Stiller and Christine Taylor in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImage

Ben StillerandChristine Taylor, meanwhile, make a more subdued — though perennially stylish — appearance in basic black.

14of 26Rosie PerezRosie Perez in 1999.Dave Lewis/ShutterstockRosie Perez’s undeniable charisma was on display as she flashed a big smile for the cameras.

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Rosie Perez

Rosie Perez in 1999.Dave Lewis/Shutterstock

Rosie Perez’s undeniable charisma was on display as she flashed a big smile for the cameras.

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Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty

16of 26Kevin BaconKevin Bacon in 1999.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via GettySix degrees ofKevin Bacon? More like six degrees of leather jackets.

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Kevin Bacon

Kevin Bacon in 1999.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Six degrees ofKevin Bacon? More like six degrees of leather jackets.

17of 26Eric McCormack and Janet HoldenEric McCormack with wife Janet Holden in 1999.Barry King/WireImageIt seems likeWill & Grace’sEric McCormackand wifeJanet Holdengot a two-for-one deal on their leather jackets.

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Eric McCormack and Janet Holden

Eric McCormack with wife Janet Holden in 1999.Barry King/WireImage

It seems likeWill & Grace’sEric McCormackand wifeJanet Holdengot a two-for-one deal on their leather jackets.

18of 26Jason BiggsJason Biggs in 1999.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via GettyMore leather fromAmerican PiestarJason Biggs.

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Jason Biggs

Jason Biggs in 1999.Ron Galella/Ron Galella Collection via Getty

More leather fromAmerican PiestarJason Biggs.

19of 26Tara ReidTara Reid in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImageBiggs’American PiecostarTara Reidput her own spin on the night’s ubiquitous leather.

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Tara Reid

Tara Reid in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImage

Biggs’American PiecostarTara Reidput her own spin on the night’s ubiquitous leather.

20of 26Amy Jo JohnsonAmy Jo Johnson in 1999.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicAh, 1999. A time whenPink Power RangerAmy Jo Johnsoncould be found on a Hollywood red carpet — also in black leather!

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Amy Jo Johnson

Amy Jo Johnson in 1999.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

Ah, 1999. A time whenPink Power RangerAmy Jo Johnsoncould be found on a Hollywood red carpet — also in black leather!

21of 26Spike Jonze and Sofia CoppolaSpike Jonze and Sofia Coppola in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImageDirectorsSpike JonzeandSofia Coppolashowed up hand-in-hand.

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Spike Jonze and Sofia Coppola

Spike Jonze and Sofia Coppola in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImage

DirectorsSpike JonzeandSofia Coppolashowed up hand-in-hand.

22of 26Portia de RossiPortia de Rossi in 1999.Portia De Rossi during “Fight Club” Los Angeles PremiereAlly McBeal’sPortia de Rossiadded a little color to the event in her bold menswear-inspired look.

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Portia de Rossi

Portia de Rossi in 1999.Portia De Rossi during “Fight Club” Los Angeles Premiere

Portia De Rossi during “Fight Club” Los Angeles Premiere

Ally McBeal’sPortia de Rossiadded a little color to the event in her bold menswear-inspired look.

23of 26Madeleine StoweMadeleine Stowe in 1999.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagicMadeleine Stowewas a vision in pale green.

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Madeleine Stowe

Madeleine Stowe in 1999.Jeff Kravitz/FilmMagic

Madeleine Stowewas a vision in pale green.

24of 26Elizabeth PerkinsElizabeth Perkins in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImageAnother red carpet stunner:Elizabeth Perkins.

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Elizabeth Perkins

Elizabeth Perkins in 1999.Sam Levi/WireImage

Another red carpet stunner:Elizabeth Perkins.

25of 26Bridget FondaBridget Fonda in 1999.Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via GettyBridget Fondaposed with a big ear-to-ear grin.

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Bridget Fonda

Bridget Fonda in 1999.Ron Galella, Ltd./Ron Galella Collection via Getty

Bridget Fondaposed with a big ear-to-ear grin.

26of 26James MarsdenJames Marsden in 1999.Barry King/WireImageAfter starring in 1998’sDisturbing Behavior,James Marsdenwas probably prepared for what he was about to see inFight Club.

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James Marsden

James Marsden in 1999.Barry King/WireImage

After starring in 1998’sDisturbing Behavior,James Marsdenwas probably prepared for what he was about to see inFight Club.

source: people.com