Morgan(2016) Apr 2026

It is frequently cited as a "lesser version" of films like Ex Machina or Splice , lacking the depth or originality to stand out in the crowded AI genre. Cast Performances The cast is widely considered the film's strongest asset: Movie Review: Morgan (2016) - Never Think Impossible

The 2016 film is a sci-fi thriller that marks the directorial debut of Luke Scott (son of Ridley Scott). Despite an impressive ensemble cast and a promising premise about artificial life, the film received mixed to negative reviews, often being compared unfavorably to the 2014 hit Ex Machina . Critical Consensus

Reviewers generally agreed that while the film is visually polished and well-acted, it fails to deliver on its intellectual potential.

A common complaint is that the "big reveal" at the end is telegraphed early on, leaving the audience underwhelmed.

Many critics felt the movie starts as a thoughtful sci-fi but devolves into a generic action-thriller in its second half.