"Mickey 17: Viewing Options and Streaming Availability"

The acclaimed filmmaker Bong Joon Ho, known for his thought-provoking cinema, has teamed up with Robert Pattinson, known for his roles in Twilight and The Batman, for his latest project, Mickey 17. In this film, Pattinson plays an "expendable" named Mickey, who is repeatedly sent into perilous situations, only to be resurrected as a clone each time he dies. This concept echoes Pattinson's own sentiment about wanting to give his character Cedric Diggory from Harry Potter a "second chance at life."

IGN's Siddhant Adlakha, in his review of Mickey 17, delves into the film's philosophical layers. He describes it as a sci-fi comedy that, despite its "depressing" tone, confronts viewers with its pessimism. Adlakha notes that the movie transforms Edward Ashton's novel into a profound commentary on contemporary political dynamics, holding everyone accountable for their actions within larger systemic forces.

If you're eager to see Mickey 17, here's how you can catch it:

Mickey 17 is currently playing in theaters. You can find showtimes near you at major theater chains like Fandango, AMC Theaters, Cinemark Theaters, and Regal Theaters.

Mickey 17 Streaming Release Date

Mickey 17 is set to stream on Max, owing to its distributor Warner Bros. who owns the platform. Recent Warner Bros. releases like Beetlejuice Beetlejuice and Joker: Folie a Deux have followed a pattern of becoming available on Max approximately three months after their theatrical debut. Thus, Mickey 17 is expected to be available on Max by late July.

Stream Other Bong Joon Ho Movies:

Parasite

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Memories of Murder

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The Host

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Mother

0See it at PeacockSee it at Prime Video

Snowpiercer

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Okja

0See it at Netflix

What Is Mickey 17 About?

Mickey7: A Novel

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Mickey 17 draws its inspiration from Edward Ashton's sci-fi novel, Mickey7. The story follows Mickey, an "expendable" tasked with dangerous research missions on an ice planet, only to be cloned upon death. The official synopsis states:

Mickey 17, known as an "expendable," embarks on a perilous journey to colonize an ice planet.

Does Mickey 17 Have a Post-Credits Scene?

No, Mickey 17 does not feature a post-credits scene. For more insights into the film's conclusion, check out our detailed guide on Mickey 17's ending.

Mickey 17 Cast

Mickey 17 is both written and directed by Bong Joon Ho, adapted from Edward Ashton's novel. The film boasts a stellar cast including:

Robert Pattinson as Mickey Barnes/Mickey 17/Mickey 18
Naomi Ackie as Nasha Barridge
Steven Yeun as Timo
Mark Ruffalo as Kenneth Marshall
Toni Collette as Ylfa
Holliday Grainger as Gemma
Anamaria Vartolomei as Kai Katz
Thomas Turgoose as Bazooka Soldier
Angus Imrie as Shrimp Eyes
Cameron Britton as Arkady
Patsy Ferran as Dorothy
Daniel Henshall as Preston
Steve Park as Agent Zeke
Tim Key as Pigeon Man

Mickey 17 Rating and Runtime

Mickey 17 is rated R due to violent content, language throughout, sexual content, and drug material. The film has a runtime of two hours and 17 minutes.