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‘Mercy’ Trailer Drops: Chris Pratt Battles an AI Judge in Timur Bekmambetov’s High-Stakes Sci-Fi Thriller
Kazakh-Russian filmmaker Timur Bekmambetov, known for blockbusters like Wanted and Ben-Hur, returns to the Hollywood spotlight with Mercy, a near-future AI-driven crime thriller hitting theaters on January 23. Backed by Amazon MGM Studios, the film features an impressive ensemble cast led by Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson, with supporting roles from Kali Reis, Annabelle Wallis, Chris Sullivan, Kenneth Choi, and Kylie Rogers.
The newly released Mercy trailer gives audiences their most intense look yet at this futuristic action spectacle set in 2029, where artificial intelligence isn’t just part of policing—it decides your fate.
A Near-Future Crime Story With a Sci-Fi Twist
In Mercy, Chris Pratt plays an LAPD detective accused of the most personal crime imaginable: the murder of his own wife. But this isn’t a traditional courtroom drama. Instead, Pratt’s character has 90 minutes to prove his innocence—and the person determining whether he lives or dies isn’t human.
Enter Rebecca Ferguson as the advanced A.I. Judge, a technological system the detective once championed, which now stands between him and the truth. The concept instantly draws comparisons to Minority Report and Source Code, blending predictive policing, time-sensitive investigation, and moral conflict over machine-driven justice.
The trailer teases a tense, kinetic race against the clock. Explosive action sequences, layered flashbacks, and a chillingly calm AI voiceover paint a world where technology has blurred the lines between justice and control.
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A Star-Studded Cast and High-Concept Storytelling
Alongside Pratt and Ferguson, the supporting cast brings depth to the film’s high-stakes narrative. Kali Reis and Annabelle Wallis appear in critical roles, while Chris Sullivan and Kylie Rogers round out the ensemble.
Bekmambetov directs from a script by Marco van Belle, with an accomplished producing team including Charles Roven, Robert Amidon, Majd Nassif, and Bekmambetov himself. The film is also slated for IMAX and 3D, emphasizing its ambition as a visually driven, immersive thriller.
A Promising Entry in the Sci-Fi Thriller Space
With AI debates dominating global discourse, Mercy arrives at the perfect cultural moment. Its exploration of algorithmic justice, technological dependence, and the fragility of human freedom could resonate with audiences well beyond standard genre appeal.
If the trailer is any indication, Mercy promises a gripping mix of futuristic world-building, intense action, and emotional stakes—making it one of 2025’s must-watch sci-fi releases.
