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New 'Mercy' Trailer Pits Chris Pratt Against an A.I. Judge on a 90-Minute Clock

Amazon MGM leans into high-octane footage in a second look ahead of a January 23 theatrical debut in IMAX plus 3D.

Overview

  • Amazon MGM released a second, more action-heavy trailer on December 9, showcasing car chases, foot pursuits, and shootouts.
  • Set in a near-future justice system run by an artificial intelligence judge, the story follows a detective accused of killing his wife who must prove his innocence within 90 minutes.
  • Chris Pratt leads as the accused detective, with Rebecca Ferguson as the A.I. Judge Maddox; the cast also includes Kali Reis, Annabelle Wallis, Chris Sullivan, and Kylie Rogers.
  • The film opens in theaters on January 23, 2026, was filmed for IMAX, and will be available in 3D engagements.
  • Directed by Timur Bekmambetov from a script by Marco van Belle, the production employed virtual production techniques and, according to the director, even used robodogs for camera work, while early trailer reactions range from enthusiastic to sharply critical.