Chris Pratt, renowned for his role in “Guardians of the Galaxy,” is set to lead the cast of “Mercy,” an upcoming sci-fi thriller produced by Amazon MGM Studios.
The film, directed by Timur Bekmambetov, known for his work on “Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter” and “Ben-Hur,” will see Pratt in the lead role. Produced by Oscar-nominated producer Charles Roven, “Mercy” is slated to commence production in the spring of this year.
Jennifer Salke, head of Amazon MGM Studios, expressed enthusiasm for the project, stating, “From the moment Chuck Roven brought us Mercy and we read Marco van Belle’s script, we knew the film was meant for the big screen.”
She further elaborated, “As our relationship with The Terminal List and The Tomorrow War’s Chris Pratt continues to extend across film, we can’t wait to watch him bring this action-packed story to life, guided by Chuck and the vision of director Timur Bekmambetov.”
Salke emphasized the studio’s confidence in Pratt and the filmmaking team to deliver a compelling and thrilling experience, anticipating audiences’ anticipation for the theatrical release.
Written by Marco van Belle, “Mercy” is set in the near future, depicting a world where capital crime rates have surged. The plot follows a detective portrayed by Chris Pratt, who finds himself accused of a violent crime and must endeavor to prove his innocence.
While “Mercy” does not yet have a confirmed release date, anticipation is high for Pratt’s portrayal in this gripping sci-fi thriller.
