Chris Pratt’s ‘Mercy’ Tops Amazon Charts, Sets Rotten Tomatoes Records
Chris Pratt’s latest film, Mercy, is currently the number one movie on Amazon and has achieved two distinct records on Rotten Tomatoes, despite receiving mixed reviews from critics and audiences alike.
Plot and Cast
Mercy, a sci-fi action thriller released in January 2026, centers on a detective (Chris Pratt) accused of murdering his wife (Annabelle Wallis). He is given 90 minutes to prove his innocence to an advanced A.I. Judge (Rebecca Ferguson) before facing execution. The film runs for 1 hour and 39 minutes and is rated PG-13.
Critical Reception
The film has garnered polarizing opinions. Critics Consensus on Rotten Tomatoes describes Mercy as “constricting its two stars inside an airless presentation of a clunky techno-thriller premise,” labeling it “tedious.” As of March 25, 2026, the film holds a 25% Tomatometer score based on 178 reviews, but boasts an 83% Popcornmeter score with over 1,000 verified ratings. Rotten Tomatoes
Reviews have been mixed. Kyle Logan of the Chicago Reader noted the film is a “can’t-miss event for the subset of viewers fascinated by the screenlife format,” while Dwight Brown of DwightBrownInk.com gave it a 2.5/4 rating, stating fans expecting a typical Chris Pratt performance will be disappointed. Helen O’Hara of Empire Magazine gave it a 2/5 rating, comparing it unfavorably to RoboCop. John Serba of Decider criticized the director’s visual approach as “no fun whatsoever.”
Pratt’s Performance and Preparation
Chris Pratt reportedly requested to be physically confined during filming to enhance the sense of anxiety for his role. He was “cuffed to a chair both at the feet and at the hands,” and even had his head restrained during certain scenes. US Magazine Pratt also collaborated with the LAPD, including the homicide division, to prepare for the role, describing the experience as “incredible.” US Magazine
Availability
Mercy is available to stream on Amazon and can be rented or purchased on Fandango at Home. Rotten Tomatoes It is also available in 4K UHD. Amazon.com
Forbes reports that Mercy currently holds two Rotten Tomatoes records, though the specific records are not detailed in the provided sources.
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