Project Hail Mary (film) explained

Project Hail Mary
Screenplay:Drew Goddard
Cinematography:Greig Fraser
Distributor:Amazon MGM Studios
Country:United States
Language:English

Project Hail Mary is an upcoming American science fiction film based on the novel of the same name by Andy Weir. Directed and co-produced by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller and written by Drew Goddard, the film stars Ryan Gosling, Sandra Hüller and Milana Vayntrub.

The film is scheduled to be released in the United States on March 20, 2026, by Amazon MGM Studios through the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures label.

Premise

A sole surviving astronaut on a spaceship is tasked with saving humanity.

Cast

Production

It was announced in March 2020 that Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer Pictures was nearing a deal to acquire the project, an adaptation of Project Hail Mary, a then-upcoming Andy Weir novel, with Ryan Gosling set to star in and produce the film.[1] The rights for the novel was acquired by MGM's Michael De Luca for $3 million.[2] In May, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller were hired to direct and produce the film.[3] Drew Goddard was hired to write the screenplay the next month and the title was tentatively called Hail Mary.[4] In April 2024, Amazon MGM Studios, who acquired MGM in 2022,[5] announced a possible 2026 release window for the film.[6] In May, Sandra Hüller joined the cast of the film, with Greig Fraser hired as cinematographer.[7] In June, Milana Vayntrub joined the cast.[8]

Filming

Principal photography began on June 3, 2024 in the United Kingdom.[9] [10]

Release

Project Hail Mary is scheduled to be released in the United States on March 20, 2026.[11]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Ryan Gosling to Star in Andy Weir Adaptation 'Project Hail Mary'. Mia Galuppo. March 27, 2020. . en. 2020-03-29. https://web.archive.org/web/20200328104442/https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/ryan-gosling-attached-star-andy-weir-adaptation-project-hail-mary-1287237. 2020-03-28. live.
  2. Web site: Breaking Down MGM's Costly 'No Time to Die' Dilemma . Brent Lang . Matt Donnelly . October 30, 2020 . Variety.
  3. Web site: Justin. Kroll . Phil Lord and Chris Miller to Direct Ryan Gosling Astronaut Film (EXCLUSIVE) . May 15, 2020. . May 15, 2020.
  4. Web site: Borys. Kit. Lord & Miller's 'Project Hail Mary' Enlisting 'The Martian' Scribe Drew Goddard (Exclusive). June 18, 2020. The Hollywood Reporter. June 18, 2020.
  5. Web site: Maas . Jennifer . March 17, 2022 . Amazon Closes $8.5 Billion Acquisition of MGM . March 17, 2022 . Variety . en-US . April 4, 2022 . https://web.archive.org/web/20220404000745/https://variety.com/2022/tv/news/amazon-mgm-merger-close-1235207852/ . live .
  6. News: Project Hail Mary: Lord and Miller's Sci-Fi Movie With Ryan Gosling Gets Release Window . April 10, 2024 . Brandon . Schreur . ComingSoon.net.
  7. Web site: May 29, 2024 . 'Anatomy Of A Fall' Star Sandra Hüller To Co-Star Opposite Ryan Gosling In 'Project Hail Mary' Adaptation For Amazon MGM Studios And Producer Amy Pascal . Kroll . Justin . May 29, 2024 . Deadline Hollywood.
  8. Web site: June 17, 2024 . Milana Vayntrub Joins Amazon MGM Studios' Upcoming 'Project Hail Mary' Movie . D'Alessandro . Anthony . June 17, 2024 . Deadline Hollywood.
  9. Web site: February 1, 2024 . Project Hail Mary Starring Ryan Gosling to Begin Filming in June . Prasad . Sumith . February 6, 2024 . The CinemaHolic.
  10. Web site: Chitwood . Adam . 'Dune' Cinematographer Greig Fraser to Shoot Phil Lord and Chris Miller's 'Project Hail Mary' . June 3, 2024 . . June 3, 2024 .
  11. Web site: Anthony. D'Alessandro. Ryan Gosling, Lord & Miller Amazon MGM Studios Space Adventure 'Project Hail Mary' Sets Launch For Spring 2026. April 18, 2024. Deadline Hollywood. April 18, 2024.

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