Jennifer Lopez Faces Off Against Simu Liu’s AI Villain in New ‘Atlas’ Trailer

In Netflix’s upcoming sci-fi flick “Atlas,” Jennifer Lopez takes center stage as Atlas Shepherd, a data analyst whose mission is to thwart the plans of the nefarious AI antagonist Harlan, portrayed by Simu Liu. Set to premiere on May 24, the film showcases Atlas’s journey as she navigates her distrust of technology to combat the looming threat posed by artificial intelligence.

Initially skeptical of AI’s capabilities, Atlas is forced to reconsider her stance when confronted with the havoc wreaked by Harlan. The latest trailer introduces Liu’s character, depicting Harlan as a formidable foe with the power to potentially bring about humanity’s downfall, despite being originally designed to advance it.

In a twist of fate, Atlas must ally herself with the very technology she once spurned in order to safeguard the future of mankind. Amidst the chaos and destruction depicted in the trailer, Lopez’s character embarks on a high-stakes mission, aided by an unexpected companion—a computer program named Smith, leading to moments of unexpected camaraderie reminiscent of a buddy comedy.

As tensions rise and alliances shift, Atlas grapples with her conflicting emotions towards AI, exemplified by her initial reluctance followed by a reluctant acceptance of Smith’s assistance. With Sterling K. Brown, Gregory James Cohan, Abraham Popoola, Lana Parrilla, and Mark Strong rounding out the cast, “Atlas” promises a thrilling cinematic experience under the direction of Brad Peyton, known for his work on “Rampage.”

For a glimpse into the adrenaline-fueled world of “Atlas,” check out the latest trailer and mark your calendars for its highly anticipated debut on May 24.

Watch the trailer below.