Bong Joon-ho's highly anticipated film Mickey 17, an adaptation of the sci-fi novel by Edward Ashton, has been postponed again and will now premiere on April 18, 2025. Initially slated for a January 31 release, the change aims to position the film as a major contender for the summer box office, aligning it with a strategic opening that allows for IMAX screenings during the Easter holiday. This decision follows the film's first trailer revealing Robert Pattinson in a humorous role as Mickey Barnes, an expendable worker on a colonization mission on the icy planet Niflheim. The film's cast also features notable actors such as Steven Yeun and Toni Collette, highlighting its blockbuster potential.

What is the premise of Mickey 17?

Mickey 17 follows Mickey Barnes, an expendable employee who is sent on dangerous missions to colonize an ice planet. When Mickey dies, a duplicate is created that retains most of his memories, leading to intriguing and often comedic situations.

Mickey 17 represents Bong Joon-ho’s foray into the sci-fi genre after acclaimed films like Parasite, which won multiple Academy Awards. The film's interplay of dark humor and existential themes has generated significant buzz, particularly as audiences are eager to see how Joon-ho blends these elements with a science fiction backdrop. Given the strong performances expected from its talented cast, Mickey 17 has the potential to be a standout film in 2025.