Mercury Rising (1998)

Synopsis

Renegade FBI agent Art Jeffries protects a nine-year-old autistic boy who has cracked the government's new "unbreakable" code.

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Cast

• Bruce Willis as Art Jeffries
• Alec Baldwin as Nicholas Kudrow
• Miko Hughes as Simon Lynch
• Chi McBride as Tommy B. Jordan
• Kim Dickens as Stacey
• Robert Stanton as Dean Crandell
• Bodhi Elfman as Leo Pedranski
• Carrie Preston as Emily Lang
• Lindsey Ginter as Peter Burrell
• Peter Stormare as Shayes

If you liked Mercury Rising, try

• The Accountant
• Bad Boys II
• The Last Boy Scout
• Den of Thieves
• Trap House
• Eraser
• Along Came a Spider
• The Man in the Iron Mask

BingeNext's take

If you’re in the mood for a gripping action thriller with a mix of crime and drama, Mercury Rising is a solid pick. Bruce Willis plays a renegade FBI agent who steps in to protect a nine-year-old autistic boy that’s cracked a supposedly unbreakable government code. The film moves at a good pace over its 111-minute runtime, blending tense moments with character-driven scenes that keep you invested. It’s a movie that feels intense but also personal, especially if you appreciate stories where unlikely heroes rise to the occasion. Fans of movies like The Accountant or Bad Boys II will probably enjoy this one too. Mercury Rising is great for a night when you want something thrilling but with a bit of heart, perfect if you like your action with a bit of a cerebral twist.