Rebecca Fergusonis no stranger to captivating roles and compelling storylines, and her latest project,Mercy, promises to be no exception. In an exclusive interview with Collider’sSteve Weintraubabout her fantastic work onSilo, Ferguson delved into what drew her to the film, her character, and the joy of working with co-starChris Pratt. Ferguson revealed that the brief shooting schedule of eight days was a significant factor in her decision to joinMercy.
“It gave me time off,” she said with a smile. However, it wasn’t just the convenience that attracted her to the project. The character of Maddox, an AI judge, intrigued her deeply.
“The character was intriguing, but the director and the producer, soTimur [Bekmambetov]and the producer,Chuck Rovan, who didOppenheimer, it was the conversations with them about where they wanted to take the character of Maddox.”
Ferguson was captivated by the potential of what she could achieve with Maddox in such a compact timeframe. “I have basically one look and so many small details in the acting. I know it’s AI and it once again, puts me in sort of a futuristic box. For me, I pick the roles due to the character and what I haven’t done before.”
Rebecca Ferguson Loves Working with Chris Pratt
A significant part of Ferguson’s enthusiasm forMercyalso stems from her co-star, Chris Pratt. Describing him as “the loveliest, kindest, and very smart human being,” Ferguson couldn’t hide her admiration. “I’m not saying that I’m shocked. It’s just, like, I’m so happy to be working with such lovely people. I feel very lucky,” she added. Her praise for Pratt continued, highlighting his unique blend of intelligence and goofiness. “He’s such a goofball with a very high intelligence,” she remarked.
Ferguson shared an anecdote from their rehearsal sessions, emphasizing Pratt’s quick wit. “We hadn’t started filming [at this point], but when we were rehearsing, he left the room, and I threw him a one-liner and he just threw one back within a second, and I thought, ‘His mind is very active.’”
Mercyboasts a stellar ensemble cast includingAnnabelle Wallis, known for her role inMalignant, andKali Reis,who received critical acclaim for her performance inTrue Detective: Night Country. Additionally,Rafi Gavron, Chris Sullivan, Kenneth Choi, and Kylie Rogershave joined the film.
The screenplay, crafted byMarco van Belle, is set in a near-future where capital crime rates have skyrocketed. It centers around a detective, played by Pratt, who is wrongfully accused of a violent crime and must fight to prove his innocence.Drawing comparisons to classic thrillers likeThe Fugitive,Mercypromises to be a gripping addition to the genre.
Mercyis set to be released on June 11, 2025. Stay tuned to Collider for more.
