Netflix has just released the teaser trailer for The Electric State, the highly anticipated film by Marvel veterans Joe and Anthony Russo. Set to debut on March 14, 2025, the movie is an adaptation of Simon Stålenhag's graphic novel, featuring Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, and a remarkable ensemble cast. Known for their work on Avengers: Infinity War and Endgame, the Russos are taking on a post-apocalyptic road trip movie that combines sci-fi with a touch of 90s nostalgia.
The story unfolds in a retro-futuristic 1990s America, where sentient robots once peacefully coexisted with humans. Following a failed rebellion, they now inhabit a walled-off desert area known as the Exclusion Zone. Brown plays Michelle, an orphaned teenager who embarks on a perilous journey across the robot-ravaged landscape with Cosmo, a mysterious robot companion, and Keats, an eccentric smuggler played by Chris Pratt. Their mission: to find Michelle's younger brother, whose fate is tied to the enigmatic Cosmo.
Adding depth to the film are an impressive cast of voice talents, including Anthony Mackie, Brian Cox, and Giancarlo Esposito. The movie's dystopian atmosphere is intensified by a slowed-down version of Oasis' “Champagne Supernova,” evoking a classic Amblin feel. With rusting robots, eerie frontier towns, and firelit wastelands, The Electric State aims to blend spectacle with heart.
The Electric State Poster
A New Sci-Fi Classic in the Making?
Written by frequent Russo collaborators Christopher Markus and Stephen McFeely, The Electric State aims to be more than just a visual spectacle. Its exploration of humanity's loss of “connection” following an android uprising resonates in today's technology-driven world. The trailer suggests a blend of action and poignant moments, and the use of iconic imagery—like a robot resembling Mr. Peanut—adds a layer of dark humor.
As we await its release, it's clear that The Electric State isn't just about a post-apocalyptic world—it's about the fractured relationships between humans and machines, and the struggle to rebuild them.
The Electric State Trailer
The trailer for The Electric State delivers an exciting glimpse into a world that feels both familiar and new. The Russo Brothers appear to have struck the right balance between nostalgic elements and fresh storytelling. The mix of action, dark humor, and deep themes is promising, and the cast is stellar.
What do you think about the concept of robots coexisting with humans in a post-apocalyptic setting? Do you believe The Electric State can bring something new to the sci-fi genre?
