The acclaimed director behind Parasite, Bong Joon Ho, returns with a daring new cinematic experience, Mickey 17. This futuristic thriller stars Robert Pattinson as Mickey Barnes, a man bound to a harrowing fate—dying for a living. Set to debut in theaters on January 31, 2025, this is Bong’s next groundbreaking exploration of human survival, identity, and the cost of existence.
A Tale of Life, Death, and Rebirth
Based on the novel Mickey 7 by Edward Ashton, Mickey 17 tells the story of Mickey Barnes, an expendable “disposable” assigned to a perilous mission to colonize a far-off planet. Every time he dies, he’s resurrected to continue his work—an endless cycle of death and rebirth. But when Mickey begins to question his role in this ruthless system, he sets off a chain of events that may change everything.
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With Robert Pattinson in the lead role, Mickey’s struggle becomes a mirror to our own questions about existence and survival. Joined by Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo, the cast breathes life into this sci-fi odyssey, bringing a profound human element to a story set far from home.
Also, Bong Joon Ho explained at CinemaCon that he retitled the film Mickey 17 rather than Mickey 7 because he added 10 more Mickeys to kill off.
Bong Joon Ho’s Visionary Team
As with all of Bong Joon Ho’s films, Mickey 17 is the result of a creative powerhouse working in perfect harmony. Produced by Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner (Moonlight, 12 Years a Slave), along with Bong and Dooho Choi (Okja, Snowpiercer), the film promises to be a cinematic triumph.
Acclaimed cinematographer Darius Khondji (Bardo, Okja), production designer Fiona Crombie (The Favourite, Cruella), and editor Yang Jinmo (Parasite) round out the technical dream team. Their combined talents ensure that Mickey 17 will deliver both visually stunning scenes and a narrative that hits deep emotional chords.
Bringing Humanity to the Cosmos
Bong Joon Ho’s storytelling mastery shines through as Mickey 17 dives into the complex themes of identity, sacrifice, and the moral consequences of our choices. Based on Edward Ashton’s novel Mickey 7, the film extends beyond the usual science fiction tropes to ask profound questions about what it means to live—and what it costs to die.
Fans of Bong Joon Ho’s previous work and lovers of cerebral sci-fi will find themselves captivated by the layers of depth, beauty, and tension in this film.
Mickey 17 releases in theaters on January 31, 2025
About Mickey 17
Release Date: January 31, 2025
Writer & Director: Bong Joon Ho
Based on the novel: Mickey 7 by Edward Ashton
Director of Photography: Darius Khondji
Production Designer: Fiona Crombie
Editor: Yang Jinmo
VFX Supervisor: Dan Glass
Costume Designer: Catherine George
Executive Producers: Brad Pitt, Jesse Ehrman, Peter Dodd, Marianne Jenkins
Producers: Dede Gardner, Jeremy Kleiner, Bong Joon Ho, Dooho Choi
Cast: Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, Mark Ruffalo
Synopsis
From the Academy Award-winning writer/director of “Parasite,” Bong Joon Ho, comes his next groundbreaking cinematic experience, “Mickey 17.” The unlikely hero, Mickey Barnes (Robert Pattinson) has found himself in the extraordinary circumstance of working for an employer who demands the ultimate commitment to the job… to die, for a living.
Will Mickey 17 redefine the limits of human endurance? How will Mickey Barnes navigate the harrowing cycle of death and resurrection? What mysteries will unfold as he battles both the cosmos and his own soul? Let us know what you’re most excited for—share your thoughts on social media and stay tuned for more updates on this extraordinary film.
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