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NEW MOVIES THIS WEEK: Mercy, Send Help, We Bury the Dead, and More!

The final Wednesday of January is stacked with fresh reasons to head back to the cinema. Opening today are six new releases led by Mercy, Send Help, We Bury the Dead, Crayon Shin-chan the Movie Super Hot The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers, Death Whisperer 3, and The Thing with Feathers. Adding even more flavor to the week, FDCP World Cinema also kicks off today, bringing acclaimed international films to Philippine screens through February 3. From futuristic courtroom tension and survival horror to animated chaos, emotional drama, and powerful global storytelling, this week’s lineup is packed with variety. Which one are you watching first?

Let’s check out what’s new on the big screen this week.

Mercy

2026 • R-13 • 1h 39m
ACTION, SCIENCE FICTION, THRILLER
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Justice gets a technological twist in this high-concept thriller. Set in the near future, a detective stands trial for the murder of his wife. His judge is not human, but an advanced A.I. system he once believed in. With only 90 minutes to prove his innocence, every second becomes a race against logic, emotion, and fate.

Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson bring urgency and intensity to a story that questions trust, technology, and how justice should truly work.

Why watch it now? Because ticking-clock tension feels sharper on the big screen.

Send Help

2026 • R-13 • 1h 53m
DARK COMEDY, HORROR, THRILLER
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After surviving a plane crash, two colleagues find themselves stranded on a deserted island. With no rescue in sight, unresolved grudges resurface as they struggle to work together and stay alive.

Send Help mixes biting humor with escalating tension, creating a survival story that’s as much about psychological warfare as it is about physical endurance.

Why catch it this week? Perfect for viewers who enjoy twisted humor paired with sharp suspense.

We Bury the Dead

2026 • R-13 • 1h 35m
DRAMA, HORROR, SCIENCE FICTION, THRILLER
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In a world shaken by a catastrophic military disaster, the dead do not simply rise, they hunt. The military insists the undead are slow and harmless, offering comfort to grieving families. When Ava enters a quarantine zone to search for her missing husband, she discovers a terrifying truth that grows worse by the hour.

Anchored by Daisy Ridley, this film blends emotional weight with relentless tension, turning loss into a haunting journey of survival.

Why see it in cinemas? Because stories about love and fear hit harder when shared in the dark.

Crayon Shin-chan the Movie: Super Hot! The Spicy Kasukabe Dancers

2026 • PG • 1h 45m
HORROR,
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SHOWING EXCLUSIVELY AT ROBINSONS MOVIEWORLD

Shin-chan is back with bigger laughs and a global adventure. The Kasukabe gang travels to India for a dance festival, but chaos erupts when Bo-chan becomes possessed by a mysterious evil force and transforms into a powerful tyrant. With music, mischief, and nonstop antics, it is up to the Kasukabe Guard to save their friend and stop the madness.

Bright, silly, and bursting with energy, this one is perfect for families and longtime fans alike.

Why watch it this week? Because Shin-chan’s humor always plays best with a crowd.

Death Whisperer 3

2026 • R-13 • 1h 43m
ACTION, HORROR, THRILLER
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SHOWING EXCLUSIVELY AT SM CINEMAS

The terror continues in the latest chapter of this chilling franchise. After defeating the black-suited ghost, Yak is pulled into another nightmare when his youngest sister is kidnapped by a cult. Joined by Sergeant Paphan, he ventures into a cursed village where danger waits at every turn.

Fast-paced and packed with supernatural tension, this sequel raises the stakes while expanding its eerie world.

Why watch it now? Because horror fans know the best scares belong in cinemas.

The Thing with Feathers

2026 • R-13 • 1h 37m
DRAMA
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SHOWING EXCLUSIVELY AT AYALA MALLS CINEMAS

Grief takes an unexpected form in this moving drama. After a devastating loss, a father struggles to raise his young sons while coping with an unpredictable and uninvited presence in their home. As sorrow, love, and imagination intertwine, the film becomes a powerful reflection on loss and resilience.

Benedict Cumberbatch delivers a deeply affecting performance that anchors this quiet but emotionally rich story.

Why catch it this week? Because intimate stories often leave the longest echoes.

FDCP World Cinema January 28 to February 3

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Alongside new mainstream releases, FDCP Presents A Curation of World Cinema brings internationally acclaimed films to Philippine cinemas this week. Running from January 28 to February 3, this special lineup showcases diverse voices and stories from around the world.

Featured Films:
• It Was Just An Accident (R13)
• Sentimental Value (R13)
• Resurrection (R16)
• Sound of Falling (R18)

It Was Just an Accident

2026 • R-13 • 1h 43m
CRIME, DRAMA, THRILLER
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Resurrection

2026 • R-16 • 2h 40m
DRAMA, FANTASY, SCIENCE FICTION
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Sentimental Value

2026 • R-13 • 2h 13m
DRAMA
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Sound of Falling

2026 • R-18 • 2h 28m
DRAMA
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Selected titles will screen at Robinsons Movieworld, Ayala Malls Cinemas, Gateway Cineplex, Power Plant Cinema, Shangri-la Plaza Red Carpet Cinema, and Cinema 76.

Plan Your Next Cinema Run

From futuristic thrillers and survival horror to animated fun, emotional drama, and award-winning world cinema, this week’s releases bring something for every movie mood. Whether you’re planning a solo cinema break or a group movie night, this week’s new movies brings plenty of options worth seeing on the big screen. So tag your crew, grab that extra-buttered popcorn, and catch these must-see films.

Stay tuned for next week’s fresh batch of releases and updates. Keep ClickTheCity bookmarked for the latest showtimes, your next movie is a click away!

January 28, 2026
“Mercy” Claims No. 1 at the U.S. Box Office and Watch Chris Pratt’s Special Message for Filipino Fans

A Blockbuster Debut That Tops the Charts

The futuristic action thriller Mercy has stormed its way to No. 1 at the U.S. box office, delivering an impressive debut that ends Avatar: Fire and Ash’s five-week reign. With its high-stakes premise and timely themes, the film has quickly captured the attention of audiences and critics alike.

Set in a not-too-distant future, Mercy centers on Detective Chris Raven (Chris Pratt), who is accused of killing his wife. Given just 90 minutes to prove his innocence, Raven must plead his case before an advanced A.I. judge named Maddox (Rebecca Ferguson). If he fails, the punishment is final, the death penalty.

A Story Where Technology Meets Humanity

Beyond its action-packed surface, Mercy explores deeper questions about justice, accountability, and artificial intelligence. Chris Pratt highlights how both lead characters undergo powerful emotional arcs throughout the film.

“Chris Raven’s story is his attempt to establish he’s not guilty while being forced to come to terms with his demons,” says Pratt, “but an equally incredible arc is the character of Judge Maddox, who feels like a cold, calculating computer program but through the course of the film actually becomes more sentient. She’s a character who essentially is trying to hide the humanity creeping up inside of her programming.”

The film reflects modern concerns about AI’s growing role in society, particularly within systems meant to uphold fairness and truth.

“In a way, the film could be seen as offering a sort of Bill of Rights about how AI should be controlled, if it ever finds its way into the justice system,” Pratt continues. “Who knows what advances will be made between now and 2029? Maybe in a few years, someone will watch this film and say, ‘Wow, they got that right!’”

Chris Pratt Sends a Special Greeting to Pinoy Fans

Adding to the excitement, Chris Pratt has shared a special video greeting exclusively for Filipino audiences, expressing his gratitude and enthusiasm ahead of the film’s Philippine release.

Strong Praise from U.S. and UK Critics

Following its successful debut, Mercy has earned positive reviews from international critics:

Variety praises the film as a “well-executed future-shock thriller.”

ComicBookMovie.com calls it “great popcorn entertainment with some wild twists.”

Press Association UK describes it as “a thought-provoking and thrilling 90 minutes.”

VT UK commends its “Hugely original plot. Gripped from start to finish.”

The consistent praise highlights Mercy as both an entertaining and meaningful cinematic experience.

Opening Soon in Philippine Cinemas

Mercy opens in Philippine theaters on January 28, 2026, with screenings in IMAX and 4DX for an immersive moviegoing experience. The film is distributed locally by Columbia Pictures, the Philippine office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

Join the conversation online using #MercyMovie and follow @columbiapicph for updates.

January 28, 2026
Chris Pratt and Kali Reis Charm Fans at Mexico City Premiere of “Mercy,” in Cinemas January 28

Star Power Lights Up Mexico City

Excitement ran high in Mexico City as Chris Pratt stepped onto the red carpet for the premiere of his newest action thriller, Mercy, localized in Mexico as Sin Piedad, last January 17. The Hollywood star was greeted with loud cheers and infectious enthusiasm, as fans eagerly snapped photos, asked for selfies, and shared unforgettable moments with the actor.

Chris Pratt, Kali Reis, and Timur Bekmambetov attend the red carpet premiere of Mercy on January 17 in Mexico City

Joining Pratt were director Timur Bekmambetov and co-star Kali Reis, both warmly welcomed by the crowd. The trio took time to interact with fans, creating a lively and feel-good atmosphere that perfectly matched the film’s rising global buzz.

A High-Stakes Battle Between Man and Machine

Mercy is a sleek, futuristic action thriller from visionary director Timur Bekmambetov. The film stars Chris Pratt as Detective Chris Raven, a man accused of killing his wife and placed on trial for his life.

Chris Pratt strikes a pose at the Mexico premiere of Mercy

Fans hold up a poster at the Mexico premiere of Mercy

What makes the case even more chilling is the judge—an advanced AI named Maddox, portrayed by Rebecca Ferguson. Raven is given just ninety minutes to prove his innocence or face the ultimate punishment. With constant surveillance, mounting pressure, and the help of his trusted partner Detective Jacqueline Diallo (played by Kali Reis), the story unfolds as a tense race against time. As the clock ticks, the film raises gripping questions about justice, truth, and the technology designed to protect humanity.

Watch the Official Trailer here:

A Must-Watch Cinematic Experience for Filipino Audiences

Packed with intense action, emotional stakes, and futuristic visuals, Mercy is set to deliver a powerful and exciting big-screen experience. The film opens in Philippine cinemas on January 28, 2026, including IMAX, promising audiences a visually striking and emotionally charged ride.

Chris Pratt and Kali Reis on stage at the Mexico premiere of Mercy

Mercy is distributed locally by Columbia Pictures, the Philippine office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

Stay updated and join the conversation using #MercyMovie, and follow @columbiapicph on social media.

January 22, 2026
Justice Faces the Machine in “Mercy,” A Near-Future Sci-Fi Thriller Starring Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson

Science fiction turns disturbingly familiar in Mercy, a high-stakes action thriller from acclaimed filmmaker Timur Bekmambetov, the visionary director behind Unfriended, Searching, Missing, and Profile. Known for redefining modern storytelling through his signature Screenlife format, Bekmambetov once again stretches cinematic boundaries—this time pairing innovative visuals with a grounded, emotionally charged story that feels uncomfortably close to reality.

Set in the year 2029, Mercy presents a world where technology no longer supports justice—it controls it.

A Man on Trial in a Digital Courtroom

The story follows Detective Chris Raven (Chris Pratt, Guardians of the Galaxy, Avengers: Endgame), who finds himself accused of murdering his wife, Nicole (Annabelle Wallis, Peaky Blinders). With the justice system fully automated, Raven’s fate rests in the hands of an artificial intelligence judge—an invention he once proudly defended.

That AI is Judge Maddox, portrayed with icy precision by Rebecca Ferguson (Dune, Mission: Impossible franchise). With no jury and no second chances, Raven must prove his innocence directly to Maddox. Failure means immediate execution.

“Mercy is a very intense, thrilling mystery, a new approach to the Screenlife language with a very entertaining, serious, impactful subject,” says Bekmambetov. “I loved this story not just as a Screenlife movie, but as a traditional movie. It involves how we behave and interact with technology.”

Why the Story Resonated with the Cast

Chris Pratt admits he was instantly captivated by the screenplay and Bekmambetov’s storytelling style.

I thought it was an inventive mystery story unlike anything I’d read before, which is saying a lot because I read everything! But this really caught my attention,” Pratt says. “MERCY is a ‘multi-genre’ film — it’s a courtroom drama, a thriller, a mystery, and an action film,” Pratt adds. “And it utilizes Screenlife, a genre curated by Timur. MERCY really takes all of that to the next level.”

For Rebecca Ferguson, the film raises urgent questions about society’s growing dependence on artificial intelligence.

“Mercy highlights the shortcomings in a world where Artificial Intelligence is growing but is still very limited when it comes to actually revealing the truth,” she says. “The problem is that we expect accuracy, and more and more we need to question what the online world is telling us.” Ferguson wishes that it imparts insight onto audiences. “I hope that people do question AI, and humans’ relationship to AI,” says Ferguson. “Artificial Intelligence is a fantastic tool, but it should always be just that — a tool to aid humans, not an alternative to humans. This film highlights, in a narrative sense, some of the ways that relying on AI could go very wrong.”

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A Familiar Future with Alarming Consequences

Producer Robert Amidon notes that Mercy continues Bekmambetov’s tradition of stories rooted in realism, despite their futuristic settings.

“The concept in Mercy aligned with his previous films Missing, Searching, and Profile. And like those, this story that was set in 2029 was grounded in reality while going into different genres.”

With its sleek digital presentation, gripping performances, and morally charged premise, Mercy delivers more than adrenaline—it challenges audiences to question how much control technology should have over human lives.

Coming to Philippine Cinemas

Mercy opens in Philippine theaters on January 28, 2026, screening in IMAX and 3D. The film is distributed locally by Columbia Pictures, the Philippine office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

Join the conversation online using #MercyMovie and follow @columbiapicph for updates.

January 8, 2026
Chris Pratt Takes on an A.I. Judge in Gripping New Thriller “Mercy,” Arriving in PH Cinemas January 28

A Race Against Time Begins

What happens when the future of justice removes human emotion from the equation? In the pulse-racing thriller Mercy, Chris Pratt stars as a detective forced into a harrowing countdown: he has ninety minutes to clear his name—or face the death penalty.

Set in a world where artificial intelligence presides over criminal cases, the story snaps into motion the moment Pratt’s character becomes the prime suspect in the murder of his wife. With the system stacked against him and the stakes at their peak, every second becomes a desperate bid for survival.

Rebecca Ferguson as the Unyielding Voice of ‘Mercy’

Standing between him and execution is an entity known only as Mercy, an A.I. judge voiced by the ever-commanding Rebecca Ferguson. Cool, analytical, and fiercely uncompromising, Mercy operates beyond human reasoning—turning Pratt’s emotional plea into a battle of logic versus instinct.

Her presence transforms the courtroom into a technological labyrinth, where one misstep could seal the detective’s fate.

Directed by Timur Bekmambetov: A Visionary Returns

The film marks another bold project from Timur Bekmambetov, the innovator whose screenlife storytelling captivated audiences in Unfriended (2015) and Searching (2018).

Bekmambetov now elevates tension into a cinematic environment where high-tech justice meets human vulnerability—a blend that promises a tense, thought-provoking experience on the big screen.

Watch the Trailer

Catch the official trailer here:

With rapid pacing and striking visuals, the teaser offers a compelling preview of the moral, emotional, and technological conflict waiting to unfold.

Coming to Philippine Cinemas January 28, 2026

Get ready for a thrilling theatrical event as Mercy arrives in cinemas nationwide on January 28, 2026. The film will also be available in IMAX and 3D, giving moviegoers an immersive view of Bekmambetov’s tense, futuristic world.

Distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, the local arm of Sony Pictures Releasing International, Mercy is poised to become one of 2026’s most talked-about sci-fi releases.

Will Truth Triumph—Or Will the System Decide?

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December 10, 2025
90 Minutes to Live or Die: Chris Pratt Battles an A.I. Judge in “Mercy” – Watch the Trailer Now!
What if Justice Had No Heart?

In a future not so far from ours, justice is no longer handed down by humans. Instead, it’s calculated—coldly and precisely—by artificial intelligence. In Mercy, the electrifying new sci-fi thriller from Columbia Pictures, Chris Pratt stars as a man forced to outwit the very technology he once helped bring to life.

Set in a dystopian near-future, Mercy throws viewers into a chilling world where an A.I. judge, jury, and executioner determines guilt in a tightly controlled legal system. Accused of murdering his wife, Detective Chris Raven (Pratt) finds himself facing a ruthless machine programmed for absolute justice—with no time for mercy.

He has exactly 90 minutes to prove he’s innocent. If he fails, the verdict is death.

The Official Trailer Has Arrived

Feel the tension rise in every frame of the trailer. From pulse-pounding action to emotionally charged interrogations, Mercy teases a cinematic thrill ride powered by questions that cut deep: Can machines understand justice? And can a man outsmart the future he helped build?

Watch the trailer here:

Powerhouse Cast and Visionary Team

At the heart of Mercy are two captivating performances. Chris Pratt (Guardians of the Galaxy, Jurassic World) brings intensity and urgency to his role as a man battling not just for truth—but for his life. Opposite him, Rebecca Ferguson (Dune, Mission: Impossible) delivers an unforgettable performance as Judge Maddox, the advanced A.I. judge tasked with deciding Raven’s fate.

Supporting Cast:
Behind the camera is visionary director Timur Bekmambetov (Wanted), with a screenplay penned by Marco van Belle. The film is produced by Charles Roven, Timur Bekmambetov, Robert Amidon, and Majd Nassif.

Sci-Fi With Soul and Suspense

Mercy doesn’t just ask questions about the future of law enforcement and technology—it grabs you by the collar and forces you to feel its consequences. With a ticking clock, sleek visuals, and ethical dilemmas at every turn, this isn’t just a film—it’s a pulse-pounding wake-up call about justice in the age of A.I.

Coming Soon to Philippine Cinemas

Mercy will be released in Philippine theaters soon, with screenings available in IMAX and 3D for a fully immersive experience. Prepare for a cinematic event that fuses heart, thrills, and thought-provoking drama.

The film is distributed in the Philippines by Columbia Pictures, the local office of Sony Pictures Releasing International.

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October 10, 2025