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Apple TV Officially Sets Release Date for Chris Pratt’s New Military Action Thriller
Apple TV has confirmed that Chris Pratt's new film, Way of the Warrior Kid, will premiere in November 2026, offering the actor a rare departure from his usual hard-edged military and law enforcement roles. Directed by McG, the film sees Pratt play Jake, a decorated Navy SEAL who uses his military training to help his bullied nephew rather than resorting to typical revenge-fantasy tropes seen in similar films, marking a more emotionally driven take on the genre.
The story follows Jake spending a summer with his sister Sarah (Linda Cardellini) and her son Marc (Jude Hill), who is struggling at school with bullying, poor grades and a lack of friends. Jake launches "Operation Warrior Kid" to teach Marc genuine courage, a process that also helps Jake confront his own personal struggles. The screenplay, adapted by Will Staples from Jocko Willink's book, is set for release on Apple TV.
In short
- Apple TV sets November 2026 release for Chris Pratt's Way of the Warrior Kid
- Pratt plays a Navy SEAL helping his bullied nephew, not fighting enemies
- Directed by McG, based on Jocko Willink's book, adapted by Will Staples
Explained simply
"Way of the Warrior Kid" is a new film in which Chris Pratt plays a Navy SEAL who spends a summer with his sister (Linda Cardellini) and nephew (Jude Hill). The nephew struggles with bullying at school, and McG directs the film.
For Pratt, this represents a shift from his typical action roles to a more emotionally-driven story about mentoring and personal growth. Rather than following the revenge-fantasy patterns common in similar films, this one focuses on building genuine confidence to address real struggles such as bullying.
The film is based on a book by Jocko Willink, a former Navy SEAL, and has been adapted for screen by Will Staples. It demonstrates how military training and discipline can be applied to everyday challenges beyond combat.