Multiverse: Homecoming

Multiverse: Homecoming (sometimes called Multiverse 4) is a 2022 science fiction/action film written, directed and produced by Roland Emmerich, who produced the previous three films. Starring Halle Berry, Charlie Plummer, Timothée Chalamet, Caroline Barczak and Derek Jacobi, as well as original trilogy actors Johnny Strong, Tom Barry and Ja Rule. This is the fourth film in the franchise and a sequel to Multiverse 3. It tells about the events of 2223, when scientists have studied the space beyond our universe and decide to return back to Earth. Shot in Los Angeles on a budget of $155 million, it is one of the most expensive independent films ever made.
The film was released theatrically in North America on January 6, 2022 by Sony Pictures Releasing and on the same day in the UK by Entertainment Film Distributors. It received mixed reviews from critics, who criticized the film's formulaic themes, leaning towards action, and emphasis on nostalgia, but praised its story and special effects. It was a box office disappointment, failing to meet studio expectations, grossing $389 million. An alternative sequel to Multiverse 3 is in development.
== Plot ==
The film tells the story of a group of scientists who spent many years studying the space beyond our Universe. After 70 years of research, in 2223 they manage to develop an experimental engine that allows them to return to Earth.
However, on the way back, our group encounters many cosmic natural disasters - meteor showers, radiation storms, anomalies in space. Every day their journey becomes more dangerous and unpredictable.
But the most dangerous challenge is the invasion of aliens who are trying to prevent scientists from returning to Earth. The group is forced into a fight for their lives and the success of their mission.
Despite losses and difficulties, scientists still make it to Earth. Their return is accepted with joy by everyone, but they understand that the price of this victory was very high. However, space exploration continues, and the heroes are ready to go on a new adventure into the unknown expanses of the Universe.
== Cast ==
* Halle Berry as Jerry
* Charlie Plummer as Jinks
* Timothée Chalamet as Jason
* Caroline Barczak as Trinity
* Derek Jacobi as Freddy
* Johnny Strong as Noah
* Tom Barry as Adrian
* Ja Rule as Jackson
* Tom McCarthy as Thomas
* Danny Glover as Tony
* Liam James as Curtis
* Stephen McHattie as Captain
* Henry O as Lama Rinpoche
* Karin Konoval as Sally
* Agam Darshi as Aparna
* Merrilyn Gann as the Michael
== Release ==
=== Theatrical ===
Multiverse: Homecoming was released simultaneously worldwide on January 6, 2022, 15 years after the third film. The film ended up in production hell, although it was planned back in 2010. The film was made due to increased interest in the franchise in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic.
=== Home media ===
The film was released digitally on May 25, 2022, and on Blu-ray, DVD, and Ultra HD Blu-Ray on June 8. Retail versions include bonus content, including behind-the-scenes featurettes.
== Reception ==
=== Box office ===
Multiverse: Homecoming grossed $143 million in North America and over $210 million in other territories for a worldwide total of $389 million against a production budget of $155 million, becoming a box office failure.
Multiverse: Homecoming took first place on its opening weekend, grossing $49 million in its opening weekend, and stayed there for only 4 days.
=== Critical response ===
On Rotten Tomatoes, the film has an approval rating of 57% based on 221 reviews and an average score of 5.26/10. On Metacritic, the film has a score of 51 out of 100 based on 79 critics, indicating "mixed reviews". Audiences polled by CinemaScore gave the film an average grade of "B-" on an A+ to F scale.
Roger Ebert criticized the film, giving it 2 stars out of 4. Linda Barnard of the Toronto Star gave the film 1 star out of 4, calling the film "the laziest sequel in the history of cinema."
== Future ==
The idea of ​​a fifth film was discussed immediately after the release of the fourth. Following its box office failure, Emirich stated that he was willing to return as producer for a fifth film as long as he continued with the third and ignored the fourth. Sony Pictures officially announced the fifth film on May 5, 2023, which will be directed by David Leitch.
On January 10, 2024, the script was officially written, which continued the events of Multiverse 3. At the same time, Emirich returned as a producer. Filming is set to begin at the end of 2024, and the tentative title of the new project is Multiverse Forever.