Johnnie Walker and Sabrina Carpenter: Damien Chazelle Directs the New Keep Walking Film

An Oscar-winning director for Keep Walking

On Tuesday, 10 November 2026, Johnnie Walker unveiled a new film starring Sabrina Carpenter. It was directed by Damien Chazelle, who won an Oscar for La La Land and also made Whiplash, First Man and Babylon, and produced by Superprime Films. The film tells the Grammy and Emmy winner's Keep Walking story: her growth as an artist, her signature style and the next chapter of her career.

The choice of director is more than a big name. Chazelle's films keep returning to music, ambition and the drive to get better. That is exactly the idea behind Keep Walking, the well-known Johnnie Walker theme that stands for personal progress.

French New Wave, not gloss

The film takes its cue from French New Wave cinema, with its effortless cool and rebellious spirit. Johnnie Walker says it blends a polished cinematic look with spontaneity, freedom and playful rule breaking. Sabrina Carpenter takes centre stage while the world shifts around her, full of parties, celebrations and unexpected moments.

Sabrina Carpenter on the shoot

Sabrina Carpenter on making the film:

"Working with Johnnie Walker and Damien was such a creative adventure. We wanted to create a true cinematic experience that was playful, unexpected, and full of personality. I'm a long time fan of Damien's work, so it was exciting to bring this visual world to life alongside him. This film felt like the perfect way to tell the Keep Walking story and capture the energy of this next chapter."

What the partnership has produced so far

Johnnie Walker and Sabrina Carpenter announced their partnership in August 2025, timed to her album Man's Best Friend. It is planned to run for several years. At selected stops on her Short n' Sweet Tour, Johnnie Walker Black Label cocktails were on offer: a Manhattan, a whisky sour and a highball.

Since then the singer has gained her own signature drink, the Go Go Highball, and a limited edition Johnnie Walker Black Label bottle whose design is inspired by her style. Johnnie Walker says both are rolling out now in Europe, Australia and North America, with more markets to follow in the coming months. The partnership is part of the brand's global music platform, which supports artists with a perspective of their own.

The bottle behind the partnership

For collectors, the limited bottle is the part of this partnership you can hold in your hand. You can find the Johnnie Walker 12 Years Old Black Label Sabrina Carpenter Edition on Spiritory.

It is not the first time Johnnie Walker Black Label has crossed paths with cinema. For Blade Runner 2049 the brand released the Johnnie Walker Black Label The Director's Cut, which is also traded on Spiritory.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who directed the new Johnnie Walker film with Sabrina Carpenter?

Damien Chazelle, the Oscar winner behind La La Land, Whiplash, First Man and Babylon. Superprime Films produced it.

What is the film about?

It tells Sabrina Carpenter's Keep Walking story: her growth as an artist, her style and the next chapter of her career, inspired by French New Wave cinema.

When did Johnnie Walker and Sabrina Carpenter start working together?

The multi-year partnership was announced in August 2025, alongside her album Man's Best Friend.

Is there a bottle tied to the partnership?

Yes, a limited edition Johnnie Walker Black Label bottle whose design is inspired by Sabrina Carpenter's style. There is also her signature drink, the Go Go Highball.

Where is the Sabrina Carpenter Edition available?

Johnnie Walker says it is rolling out now in Europe, Australia and North America, with more markets to follow. You can find the Johnnie Walker 12 Years Old Black Label Sabrina Carpenter Edition on Spiritory.