The acclaimed director Bong Joon Ho returns with Mickey 17, a bold and thought-provoking sci-fi thriller starring Robert Pattinson, known for his roles in Twilight and The Batman. In this dystopian tale, Pattinson plays Mickey Barnes, an “expendable” — a human clone repeatedly sent into lethal missions on a frozen alien planet, only to be resurrected each time he dies. The role adds a darkly ironic twist to Pattinson’s own past comment that Cedric Diggory, the ill-fated Harry Potter character he portrayed, was someone he’d most want to give a second chance at life.
In IGN’s review, critic Siddhant Adlakha describes Mickey 17 as a "depressing" yet philosophically rich sci-fi comedy that confronts existential and societal decay: "Mickey 17 is confrontational by virtue of its pessimism, transforming a mostly straightforward novel into a stark reflection of how the current political moment came to be – albeit without letting anyone (least of all, those of us at the mercy of these larger forces) off the hook for our own transgressions."
If you're eager to experience the film, here's everything you need to know about viewing options and availability.
**How to Watch Mickey 17 – Showtimes and Streaming Status** --------------------------------------------------------Mickey 17 is now playing in theaters. To find showtimes near you, check out the links below:
Mickey 17 Streaming Release Date
Mickey 17 will stream exclusively on Max, as Warner Bros. — the film’s distributor — owns the platform. Following the release pattern of recent Warner Bros. films, such as Beetlejuice Beetlejuice, which arrived on Max three months after its theatrical debut, Mickey 17 is expected to land on the platform by late July. While Joker: Folie à Deux had an accelerated digital release due to box office performance, there’s no indication of a similar scenario for this title.
Stream Other Bong Joon Ho Films:
Parasite
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Memories of Murder
Watch on Tubi
The Host
Watch on Max | Watch on Prime Video
Mother
Watch on Peacock | Watch on Prime Video
Snowpiercer
Watch on Tubi | Watch on Prime Video
Okja
Watch on Netflix
What Is Mickey 17 About?
Mickey7: A Novel
Dying isn’t any fun… but at least it’s a living.
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Inspired by Edward Ashton’s genre-defying novel Mickey7, Mickey 17 follows the story of a disposable human clone used for high-risk exploration on a deadly ice planet. Each time he dies, a new clone is activated with his memories intact—until something goes wrong. The film explores identity, mortality, and systemic exploitation in a future where human life is both replicated and discarded.
Does Mickey 17 Have a Post-Credits Scene?
No, Mickey 17 does not feature a post-credits scene. For deeper insights into the film’s conclusion, check out our full breakdown of the ending.
Mickey 17 Cast
Directed and written by Bong Joon Ho, Mickey 17 is based on Edward Ashton’s novel. The film features a powerhouse ensemble cast:
- 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 for strong violent content, pervasive language, sexual material, and drug use. The film has a total runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes.
