History of Mickey 17 in Timeline
Mickey 17, directed by Bong Joon Ho and based on Edward Ashton's novel Mickey7, is a 2025 science fiction black comedy set in 2054. Robert Pattinson stars as Mickey, an "Expendable" colonist whose purpose is to perform dangerous tasks and be cloned upon each death. The film explores the implications of expendability and identity in a space colony, featuring a supporting cast including Naomi Ackie, Steven Yeun, and Toni Collette. The plot centers around Mickey's repeated deaths and rebirths as he navigates the challenges of his role.
2006: Jang Hee-chul Collaboration Begins
In 2006, Jang Hee-chul began collaborating with Bong Joon Ho to create monsters for his films, starting with The Host. Hee-chul also designed the creepers in Mickey 17.
2015: Jupiter Ascending Opening
In 2015, Jupiter Ascending opened with $18.3 million.
2017: Jae-il Composes Okja
In 2017, Jung Jae-il composed the film score for Okja in his second collaboration with Joon-ho.
2019: Jae-il Composes Parasite
In 2019, Jung Jae-il composed the film score for Parasite in his third collaboration with Joon-ho.
2021: Mickey 17 Screenplay Written
In 2021, Bong Joon Ho wrote the screenplay for Mickey 17 based on an early draft of the book, making changes to the characters' personalities. He renamed characters after football players such as Kevin De Bruyne, Kai Havertz and Timo Werner.
January 2022: Mickey7 Film Adaptation Announced
In January 2022, prior to the publication of Edward Ashton's novel Mickey7, a film adaptation was announced. Bong Joon Ho was set to write, direct, and produce for Warner Bros. Pictures, with Robert Pattinson in talks to star.
May 2022: Cast Additions to Mickey 17
In May 2022, Robert Pattinson was confirmed to star in Mickey 17, and Naomi Ackie, Toni Collette, and Mark Ruffalo joined the cast.
August 2, 2022: Mickey 17 Production Begins
On August 2, 2022, production of Mickey 17 began at Warner Bros. Studios, Leavesden.
December 2022: Mickey 17 Production Concludes
In December 2022, the main production phase for Mickey 17 concluded at Warner Bros. Studios, Leavesden.
2022: Mickey7 Novel Release
In 2022, Edward Ashton's novel Mickey7, the basis for the film Mickey 17, was released.
January 2023: Filming for Mickey 17 Finished
In January 2023, filming for Mickey 17 was finished, with the director then working on the ideal cut.
2023: SAG-AFTRA Strike
In 2023, the SAG-AFTRA strike led to Mickey 17 being taken off the release schedule.
March 29, 2024: Original Release Date for Mickey 17
Originally, Mickey 17 was scheduled to be released on March 29, 2024, taking the slot vacated by Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire.
January 31, 2025: Rescheduled Release Date for Mickey 17
Mickey 17 was rescheduled for release on January 31, 2025, but was later pushed back.
February 13, 2025: Mickey 17 World Premiere
On February 13, 2025, Mickey 17 had its world premiere at Leicester Square in London.
February 15, 2025: Mickey 17 Screened at Berlin International Film Festival
On February 15, 2025, Mickey 17 was screened at the 75th Berlin International Film Festival.
February 28, 2025: Mickey 17 South Korea Theatrical Release
On February 28, 2025, Mickey 17 was released theatrically by Warner Bros. Pictures in South Korea.
March 7, 2025: Mickey 17 Theatrical Release in the United States
On March 7, 2025, Mickey 17 was released theatrically in the United States by Warner Bros. Pictures.
April 8, 2025: Mickey 17 Digital HD Release
On April 8, 2025, Mickey 17 was released on Digital HD by Warner Bros Home Entertainment.
April 18, 2025: Release Date Pushback for Mickey 17
Mickey 17 was pushed back to April 18, 2025, to take advantage of Easter weekend and avoid competition with Dog Man.
May 13, 2025: Mickey 17 Blu-ray and DVD Release
On May 13, 2025, Mickey 17 was released on Ultra HD Blu-ray, Blu-ray and DVD by Warner Bros Home Entertainment.
2025: Mickey 17 Film Release
In 2025, Mickey 17, a science fiction black comedy film written, produced, and directed by Bong Joon Ho, based on the novel Mickey7 by Edward Ashton, is set to release. The film features Robert Pattinson in the lead role.
2050: Mickey Barnes Joins Spaceship Crew
In 2050, Mickey Barnes and his friend Timo join a spaceship crew to colonize the ice-planet Niflheim to escape a murderous loan shark. Mickey joins as an "Expendable".
2054: Mickey 17 Setting
The plot of Mickey 17 is set in the year 2054 and it follows a man who joins a space colony as an "Expendable", a disposable worker who is cloned every time he dies.
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