---
title: "Mercy"
year: 2026
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/mercy-2026"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1236153
imdb_id: "tt31050594"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 99
community_rating: 7.1
vote_count: 1485
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Mercy (2026) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/mercy-2026

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Mercy is a 2026 American science fiction thriller film written by Marco van Belle and directed by Timur Bekmambetov. The film stars Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson. Set in the near future, the plot follows a detective who stands accused of murdering his wife. He is given ninety minutes to prove his innocence to an advanced AI Judge, a system he once helped create and promote. The narrative unfolds in real time as the protagonist attempts to present his case within the strict time limit imposed by the artificial intelligence that will decide his fate. The film explores themes of justice, technology, and redemption within a futuristic legal framework. It was released with availability on streaming platforms including Prime Video, where additional details about its plot and production are accessible. Reviews and ratings for the film can be found on review aggregator sites such as Rotten Tomatoes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "A detective must prove his innocence to an advanced AI judge within ninety minutes."

### Why Watch
- high-stakes premise
- directed by Timur Bekmambetov

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited runtime
- intense subject matter
- Tone & Suitability: The film contains themes of murder and legal trial proceedings in a near-future setting.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: sci-fi, thriller, tense, dystopian

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel, Philo, MGM Plus Roku Premium Channel, YouTube TV, MGM Plus, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, MGM Plus Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Rakuten TV, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, CosmoGo, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Fetch TV |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Timur Bekmambetov
- **Networks / Studios**: Atlas Entertainment, Amazon MGM Studios, Bazelevs

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Chris Pratt** as *Chris Raven*
- **Rebecca Ferguson** as *Judge Maddox*
- **Kali Reis** as *Jacqueline 'Jaq' Diallo*
- **Kylie Rogers** as *Britt Raven*
- **Chris Sullivan** as *Rob Nelson*
- **Jeff Pierre** as *Patrick Burke*
- **Annabelle Wallis** as *Nicole Raven*
- **Rafi Gavron** as *Holt Charles*
- **Kenneth Choi** as *Ray Vale*
- **Jamie McBride** as *Dan Vogel*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who directed Mercy?
The film was directed by Timur Bekmambetov.

### Q: Who stars in the film?
The cast includes Chris Pratt, Rebecca Ferguson, Kali Reis, and Annabelle Wallis.

### Q: When was the film released?
Mercy was released on January 23, 2026.

### Q: What is the premise of the story?
A detective accused of murdering his wife must prove his innocence to an AI judge within ninety minutes.

### Q: Who wrote the screenplay?
The film was written by Marco van Belle.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Mercy (2026) | Rotten Tomatoes](https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/mercy_2026)
- [Mercy (2026 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercy_(2026_film))
- [Mercy (2026 film) - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mercy_(2026_film))
- [Mercy streaming: where to watch movie online? - JustWatch](https://www.justwatch.com/us/movie/mercy-2025)
- [Prime Video: Mercy](https://www.primevideo.com/detail/0GD19RGDCQHXQMDX1NUT2DLP4C/)
- [Mercy (2026) — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1236153-mercy)

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