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Chris Pratt Stars in Dark AI Thriller 'Mercy'

10/12/2025

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Chris Pratt (actor) stars as a detective accused of murdering his wife in Mercy, set for release on January 23, 2026.
The film is set in a futuristic justice system with AI judges.
Pratt's character undergoes a 90-minute trial while strapped to a chair.
Director Timur Bekmambetov says the role departs from Pratt's typical action parts, showing a darker, more vulnerable character.
The production uses robodogs for filming.

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Story summary

Chris Pratt (actor) stars as a detective accused of murdering his wife in Mercy, set for release on January 23, 2026.
The film is set in a futuristic justice system with AI judges.
Pratt's character undergoes a 90-minute trial while strapped to a chair.
Director Timur Bekmambetov says the role departs from Pratt's typical action parts, showing a darker, more vulnerable character.
The production uses robodogs for filming.