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.