MICKEY 17 is an upcoming science fiction black comedy film produced, written, and directed by Bong Joon-ho. It is based on the 2022 novel Mickey7 by Edward Ashton. The film stars Robert Pattinson, Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo.
Desperate to escape his mundane life on Earth, Mickey Barnes signs up for the ultimate risky job—becoming an “Expendable.” These disposable employees are tasked with dangerous missions, knowing that if they die, a new body will be regenerated, carrying over most of their memories. It’s a job for those who believe they have nothing to lose.
But on a harrowing human expedition to colonize the icy planet Niflheim, something unprecedented happens: one of Mickey’s iterations, Mickey 17, survives a mission that should have been his last. Things take a dramatic turn when a new version, Mickey 18, is activated. Now, two versions of Mickey exist simultaneously, and their coexistence threatens the fragile balance of the colony.
Mickey 17 promises a gripping narrative that blends sci-fi spectacle and introspective drama. Are two versions of the same man better—or worse—for humanity’s future?
| Production companies | Plan B Entertainment Offscreen Kate Street Picture Company |
|---|---|
| Distributed by | Warner Bros. Pictures |
| Release dates | February 2025 (Berlinale) February 28, 2025 (South Korea) March 7, 2025 (United States) |
| Running time | 137 minutes |
| Countries | South Korea United States |
| Language | English |
