The Tomorrow War (2021) is a science fiction action film directed by Chris McKay and starring Chris Pratt, Yvonne Strahovski, J.K. Simmons, Betty Gilpin, and Sam Richardson. The film combines elements of time travel, alien invasion, and human resilience in the face of an existential threat.

The story begins in the present day when a group of time travelers from the year 2051 arrives to deliver an urgent message: humanity is on the brink of extinction due to a war with a deadly alien species known as the White Spikes. To combat this threat, they urgently need soldiers from the present to travel to the future and join the fight.

Dan Forester (Chris Pratt), a former Green Beret turned high school biology teacher, is drafted into this future war. Leaving behind his wife, Emmy (Betty Gilpin), and young daughter, Dan joins a group of recruits sent to 2051, where he witnesses the devastation firsthand. The future is bleak, with humanity on the verge of defeat.

In the future, Dan meets and forms a crucial alliance with Colonel Muri Forester (Yvonne Strahovski), a brilliant scientist and military leader who is revealed to be his grown-up daughter. Together, they work on a plan to find a way to defeat the White Spikes and save both their future and present timelines.

Dan also reconnects with his estranged father, James Forester (J.K. Simmons), who helps them in their mission. The film explores themes of family, sacrifice, and hope as Dan and his team race against time to develop a weapon that can eradicate the alien threat and change the course of history.

The Tomorrow War is noted for its intense action sequences, special effects, and emotional depth. Chris Pratt’s performance as a determined and caring father adds a personal dimension to the high-stakes narrative. The film blends thrilling sci-fi elements with heartfelt moments, making it an engaging and dynamic story about the lengths to which people will go to protect their loved ones and secure a future for humanity.

The film received mixed reviews from critics but was generally appreciated by audiences for its entertainment value, action-packed scenes, and the strong performances of its cast.