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Mickey 17 (2025)

Mickey 17 is a 2025 science fiction black comedy film directed by Bong Joon Ho, known for his Oscar-winning film Parasite. The movie is based on Edward Ashton's 2022 novel Mickey7 and stars Robert Pattinson in the lead role. Set in 2054, Mickey 17 follows Mickey Barnes, an "Expendable" — a clone sent on dangerous missions to colonize the icy planet Niflheim. Each time Mickey dies, a new clone is created with all his memories. The story takes a turn when one Mickey refuses to be deleted, leading to a clash with his employers and a deeper exploration of identity and purpose.🎬 Release details Theatrical Release: Premiered in London on February 13, 2025, and released in South Korea on February 28, 2025, followed by the U.S. on March 7, 2025. Box Office: Grossed $132 million worldwide. Streaming: Available on JioHotstar (OTTplay Premium) from August 7, 2025.📺 Home Release Digital Release: Available from April 8, 2025, on platforms like Prime Video, Apple TV, and Fandango at Home. Physical Release: Released on May 13, 2025, including 4K UHD, Blu-ray, and DVD formats, with bonus features like behind-the-scenes content and world-building insights .📝 Notable Critic Reviews The New York Times: Praised Bong Joon Ho for his nimble direction, balancing heavier themes with engaging storytelling. The Atlantic: Described the film as a "wacky, satisfyingly strange romp," reaffirming Bong Joon Ho as a singular filmmaker. The Hollywood Reporter: Noted that while Pattinson's performance keeps the film entertaining, the satirical elements felt heavy-handed. Variety: Critiqued the film for being "sloppy, shrill and preachy," despite its visual appeal.🎭 Audience Audience reactions have been mixed, with some praising the film's creativity and others feeling it was overly long and lacking in depth. The film's exploration of themes like identity and corporate exploitation resonated with many viewers.💰 Box Office Performance As of May 10, 2025, Mickey 17 has grossed approximately $132 million worldwide. This includes $46 million in North America and $85.8 million internationally. Despite its strong opening, the film faced financial challenges. With a combined production and marketing budget of $198 million, it needed to earn between $240–300 million to break even. Reports indicate that Mickey 17 may result in a loss of $75–80 million for Warner Bros. during its theatrical run . In South Korea, the film performed exceptionally well, becoming the fastest film of 2025 to surpass 3 million moviegoers .📌 Conclusion Mickey 17 is a compelling sci-fi black comedy directed by Bong Joon Ho that explores deep themes of identity, existence, and the expendability of workers in a high-tech future. With Robert Pattinson leading a strong cast, the film combines sharp social commentary with engaging storytelling. Its blend of humor, existential questions, and thrilling sci-fi elements makes it a standout film for 2025, appealing to fans of thought-provoking cinema and innovative filmmaking. Read More

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