Teacher Turned Astronaut: A Cosmic 'Hail Mary'

Scheduled for a March 2026 premiere, 'Project Hail Mary' features Ryan Gosling as Ryland Grace, an amnesiac who awakens on an interstellar spacecraft. Based on Andy Weir's novel, the story sees Grace piecing together his identity as a middle school teacher recruited for a mission to avert global extinction. The film is helmed by directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, marking their return to feature filmmaking after a decade.

The narrative unfolds with Grace discovering he was sent on a desperate mission to understand and combat a deadly infection causing stars to die. Despite his initial reluctance and desire to remain in the classroom, the fate of all life rests on his shoulders. The trailer reveals a compelling journey light-years away from Earth, highlighting the immense stakes and Grace's personal struggle.

Adding a surprising twist, the trailer concludes with Grace revealing he has encountered and befriended an alien. This unexpected companionship offers a unique element to the high-stakes mission, promising a blend of heartwarming interaction with the dire necessity of saving humanity. The cast also includes Sandra Huller and Milana Vayntrub.