‘Mickey 17’: Robert Pattinson starrer delayed again, gets new release date

November 7, 2024: Bong Joon-ho’s Mickey 17 has officially confirmed its release date April 18, 2025after several schedule changes. Warner Bros. first moved the film’s release date from March 29, 2024 arrive January 31, 2025but has now been pushed further to a new April date. The decision was made after an optimal release window became available and the studio was eager to showcase the film on IMAX.

Mickey 17 Marks Bong Joon-ho’s return to directing after winning Oscar Parasitemade history as the first non-English language film to win Best Picture. The sci-fi thriller is adapted from the 2022 novel by Edward Ashton, known for its cerebral, high-concept narrative, and will martian and dark matter. The story revolves around Mickey 17, played by Robert Pattinson, who is part of a human mission to colonize an ice planet and must face the fact that his clones, who were meant to replace him, refuse to take over.

In addition to Pattinson, the film also boasts a strong cast including Steven Yeun, Naomi Ackie, Toni Colletteand Mark Ruffalo. Bong Joon-ho, known for his meticulous world-building and exploration of social themes, will once again serve as writer and director, with support from his company Offscreen and notable producers such as Plan B’s Dede Gardner and Jeremy Kleiner.