Apple TV releases trailer for 'Way of the Warrior Kid' starring Chris Pratt

Film based on Jocko Willink's novel premieres November 25

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Published27 October 2026

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Apple TV has released the trailer for its upcoming original film “Way of the Warrior Kid,” starring Chris Pratt. The movie will premiere globally on the platform on November 25.

The film is based on Jocko Willink's 2017 bestselling novel “Way of the Warrior Kid: From Wimpy to Warrior the Navy SEAL Way.” Willink, a former Navy SEAL, also stars in the movie. Directed by McG (Terminator Salvation), the cast includes Chris Pratt (Guardians of the Galaxy), Linda Cardellini (Crystal Lake), and Jude Hill (Belfast).

According to Apple's synopsis, middle schooler Marc (Hill) is struggling with bullying and feels behind in everything. When his injured Uncle Jake (Pratt), a decorated Navy SEAL, comes to stay for the summer, he devises a program called “Operation Warrior Kid” based on his SEAL training, teaching Marc about courage rather than fighting.

The November 25 premiere joins other upcoming Apple TV+ releases: the second season of “Stick” on November 4, the culinary docuseries “Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook” on November 6, and both the documentary “Being Heumann” and the thriller “12 12 12” on November 13.

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Why This Matters

Apple TV+ continues to expand its original film library with family-friendly, star-driven content.
The involvement of Chris Pratt and a bestselling author could draw subscribers to the platform.
The November premiere positions the film for awards season consideration.

Background

Apple TV+ has been building its original programming since 2019, with films and series ranging from comedies to dramas. “Way of the Warrior Kid” adapts Jocko Willink’s motivational children’s book, which teaches resilience and discipline. Willink’s background as a Navy SEAL lends authenticity to the story.

Key Perspectives

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What to Watch

Viewer and critical reception upon release: whether the film resonates with families and fans of the book.
How the film performs on Apple TV+ in terms of viewership and conversation, especially during the holiday season.
Possible awards buzz: family films with positive messages sometimes gain traction in categories like Best Live Action Short or family-oriented prizes.

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Apple TV releases trailer for upcoming original film starring Chris Pratt · 9to5Mac

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SupportedApple TV released a trailer for “Way of the Warrior Kid,” starring Chris Pratt.9to5Mac: “Apple TV today released the trailer for “ Way of the Warrior Kid ,” which premieres globally on the platform on November 25.”
SupportedThe film premieres globally on Apple TV on November 25.9to5Mac: “Apple TV today released the trailer for “ Way of the Warrior Kid ,” which premieres globally on the platform on November 25.”
SupportedThe film is based on Jocko Willink’s 2017 bestselling novel “Way of the Warrior Kid: From Wimpy to Warrior the Navy SEAL Way.”9to5Mac: “The movie is based on Jocko Willink’s 2017 bestselling novel “ Way of the Warrior Kid: From Wimpy to Warrior the Navy SEAL Way .””
SupportedWillink is a former Navy SEAL and also stars in the film.9to5Mac: “Willink, a former Navy SEAL himself, also stars in the movie, which is directed by McG ( Terminator Salvation ).”
SupportedMcG directs the film, whose cast includes Chris Pratt, Linda Cardellini and Jude Hill.9to5Mac: “starring Chris Pratt ( Guardians of the Galaxy ), Linda Cardellini ( Crystal Lake ), and Jude Hill ( Belfast ).”
SupportedAccording to Apple’s synopsis, middle schooler Marc is bullied and feels behind in everything.9to5Mac: “Here’s Apple’s synopsis of “ Way of the Warrior Kid ”: Middle school has been a nightmare for Marc (Hill), a good kid who’s bullied by his classmates and feels like he’s behind in everything”
SupportedMarc’s injured uncle Jake comes to spend the summer with him.9to5Mac: “That changes when his injured Uncle Jake (Pratt), a decorated Navy SEAL, comes to spend the summer and recuperate with Marc and his mom, Sarah (Cardellini).”
SupportedJake devises “Operation Warrior Kid,” based on his SEAL training, and teaches Marc about courage rather than fighting.9to5Mac: “To help Marc defend himself, Jake devises an ambitious program he calls “Operation Warrior Kid” based on his SEAL training. Instead of teaching his nephew how to fight, Jake shows Marc what real courage is”
SupportedThe second season of “Stick” premieres November 4, and “Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook” premieres November 6.9to5Mac: “November will also see the premieres of the second season of “ Stick ” on November 4, the culinary docuseries “ Awkwafina: The Unlikely Cook ” on November 6”
Supported“Being Heumann” and “12 12 12” both premiere November 13.9to5Mac: “both the documentary “ Being Heumann ” and the thriller “ 12 12 12 ” on November 13.”