Is “Reconnu Coupable” a Hit? Viewers React to Chris Pratt’s New Sci-Fi Movie!

The iconic actor from Guardians of the Galaxy returns to the big screen with a new science fiction film. In “Guilty as Charged,” directed by Timur Bekmambetov (Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter), Chris Pratt plays a detective accused of murdering his wife and forced to defend himself against a highly advanced artificial intelligence. He stars alongside Rebecca Ferguson and Annabelle Wallis. The plot, reminiscent of Steven Spielberg’s “Minority Report,” blends technological foresight with crime thriller suspense.

In the near future, a detective is accused of his wife’s murder. Judged by a highly advanced artificial intelligence, which he helped implement, he has only 90 minutes to prove his innocence… before it seals his fate.

What did audiences think of this feature film, at the intersection of courtroom drama and science fiction?

On AlloCiné, the film currently scores an average of 3 out of 5, based on 56 ratings and 21 reviews.

A Timely and Effective Entertainment

“Guilty as Charged” meets its objectives: it’s an entertainment that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats. Many viewers compare the film to “Minority Report,” deeming it worthy of being viewed as a more current sequel on a very similar theme.

Adamlebg (5/5): “Exciting film with lots of twists and very impressive scenes.“

Fafling (5/5): “(…) It’s both a good distraction and yet it makes you think about several current themes. Compared to ‘Minority Report,’ which shares the theme of automated justice, this one is a more realistic dystopia, which could occur not so far in the future. It’s ultimately perhaps less serious, but on the other hand less artificial and more frightening than Spielberg’s film. (…)”

ModENASh1 (4.5/5): “This film is simply excellent! I didn’t see the time pass, the film keeps us in suspense until the last second, the actors perfectly embody their roles, for now my favorite of 2026! A must-see.“

TNT (4/5): “Excellent direction, cinematography, story, and dialogues. The two main actors hardly move but it doesn’t bother, even in virtual.“

Sandrine Dessailly (4/5): “I find the film very interesting, especially today. The human brain is always stronger than the machine, including AI. Even though Chris Raven (Chris Pratt) is a broken cop, he remains strong and logical enough to carry out his investigations well. The effects are spectacular (I saw the film in IMAX and 4DX) and I admit that I was captivated by the plot, even if it seems obvious. The progression is smooth and interesting. Thank you for this really pleasant entertainment.“

A Plot Without Surprises

Some viewers lament the predictability of the plot and the film’s difficulty in hiding its intentions. Part of the suspense is also revealed from the trailer. The audience also feels that the film relies too much on the likability of its cast, without the actors delivering fully convincing performances.

Nicolas Lima (3.5/5): “The film is quite engaging overall for a single-shot plan. The plot remains hidden for only a short time: we quickly discover who does what, to whom, and why.“

Lil Sprite (3.5/5): “A rating perhaps too generous for this new thriller titled ‘Guilty as Charged’, which, beyond being simple, even simplistic, sometimes turns out to be lowbrow but never forgets to entertain and relies a bit too much on Chris Pratt’s likability to remain captivating.“

Mr cinetok (3/5): “A high-tech Cluedo timed in a closed setting to caricature, which is watchable despite the static nature, and a classic plot, but we are fortunately compelled to follow, too curious to discover the outcome. A soulless and artistically empty sci-fi thriller, it’s a shame because we see the technical means invested. The protagonists and the AI are not more convincing. The perfect commercial film to watch on a platform.“

Schlaupele (2/5): “It starts off really well. Really. The actress from Mercy is incredible, the idea is good, the plot is well-knit and we are immediately immersed in the action. Unfortunately, the producers had the brilliant idea to spoil their film from the trailer (but who does that?), coupled with a huge scriptwriting error at the end that reveals yet another AI movie in which its operation is totally fantasized. In summary: it’s a pity. And if you’ve seen the trailer, save yourself the disappointment at the cinema.“

Vador Mir (1.5/5): “We have known Timur Bekmambetov to be more daring, especially visually. The screenplay inevitably reminds us of ‘Minority Report,’ but it is far from the quality of Spielberg’s film. The semi-closed setting gets a bit tiring after a while. Chris Pratt and Rebecca Ferguson do the bare minimum.“

In Summary

A part of the audience sees in “Guilty as Charged” a worthy successor to “Minority Report,” with a sustained pace and a plot that keeps them engaged. Many viewers regret, however, that the trailer revealed too much of the plot, diminishing the element of surprise. The originality of the plot divides opinions: some praise the inventiveness and twists, while others find the story too predictable. Nevertheless, all agree on the strength of the film in its reflection on the relationship between humans and AI.

“Guilty as Charged” is currently in theaters.

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