Chris Pratt puts his previous failure aside and returns to science fiction with this trailer

Chris Pratt returns to the science fiction genre with ‘Without Mercy’, a thriller set in the near future where a detective is accused of murdering his wife. In an intriguing twist, the story features an artificial intelligence judge who will have to evaluate his case, a plot that evokes inevitable comparisons to Steven Spielberg’s ‘Minority Report’.

Mercy for Pratt

The film, directed by Timur Bekmambetov, marks the reunion between him and Pratt, who previously collaborated in 2008 on ‘Wanted’. In this new production, Pratt takes on the leading role, surrounded by a notable cast that includes Rebecca Ferguson, Annabelle Wallis, and Chris Sullivan, which could raise expectations despite concerns about the quality of the project.

The premiere of ‘Mercy’, which was initially scheduled for the summer of this year, has been postponed until January 23, 2026. This delay is unusual for a project of this kind and could indicate problems in production, generating speculation about its potential box office failure. The story focuses on the limited time the protagonist has to prove his innocence before being sentenced by the artificial intelligence judge he had previously defended.

Despite Pratt’s stumble with The Electric State, his determination to continue exploring science fiction cinema is evident. With the cast that accompanies him and the intriguing premise that touches on contemporary themes, ‘Mercy’ could become a topic of conversation in the coming years, especially considering its curious relationship with other classics of the genre.