'Guardians' Star Chris Pratt Immerses Himself in LAPD for Gritty Thriller 'Mercy'

In the lead-up to the release of his new thriller 'Mercy', actor Chris Pratt has been immersing himself in the world of law enforcement to authentically portray his character. Pratt, who is set to star as an LA detective accused of murdering his wife, recently revealed that he spent time with the LAPD's homicide division to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by real-life cops.

During his time with the LAPD, Pratt not only performed various stunts, such as driving police cars and engaging in intense fight scenes, but he also had the opportunity to hear firsthand accounts of the trauma and difficulties encountered by homicide detectives on a daily basis. Pratt described the experience as "really incredible" and a "real testament" to the heroic work these officers do, often without much public recognition.

The 46-year-old actor is now bringing this newfound appreciation for the realities of police work to his portrayal of the character Chris, a seasoned homicide detective who has previously been involved in the 'mercy court' system that is now coming back to haunt him. Pratt's immersive preparation is sure to lend an authentic and gritty edge to his performance in 'Mercy', which is expected to captivate audiences when it premieres in the coming months.