Project Hail Mary author’s ‘life-affirming masterpiece’ streaming | Films | Entertainment

Science fiction enthusiasts should check out another blockbuster hit that’s currently streaming prior to Ryan Gosling’s thrilling new adventure, Project Hail Mary.

The forthcoming intergalactic saga is set for a cinematic debut next March, and the latest trailer promises an adrenaline-fueled journey beyond our planetary confines.

In Project Hail Mary, Gosling portrays Ryland Grace, a humble science teacher catapulted into an outer space venture to avert a looming threat to Earth, with his own survival hanging in the balance.

The directing brilliance of Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, the masterminds behind hits like 21 Jump Street and Into the Spider-Verse, accompanies this spectacular rendition of Andy Weir’s bestselling book, poised to be an unmissable theatre spectacle.

Fans of Weir’s literary masterpiece The Martian, famously turned into a box-office sensation by Ridley Scott starring Matt Damon in 2015, have reason to rejoice as this pulse-racing cosmic escapade marks its 10th anniversary – it’s available for your viewing pleasure right now, reports the Mirror.

This revered space odyssey stands as one of the greatest such movies of this era, and it awaits your viewership on Disney+.

For those yet to indulge or looking for a rewatch, grant yourself the treat of experiencing The Martian before March rolls around, perfectly setting the scene for the launch of Project Hail Mary.

One ecstatic Google reviewer didn’t hold back, asserting: “An Absolute Masterpiece of Sci-Fi Cinema.”

They enthused: “Adapted from Andy Weir’s equally captivating novel, this film takes you on an exhilarating journey to the red planet, Mars.

“From the very first scene to the closing credits, The Martian is a thrilling and suspenseful rollercoaster of human ingenuity, resilience, and survival.

“Matt Damon’s portrayal of Mark Watney, an astronaut stranded on Mars, is brilliant. His charismatic and witty performance keeps you engaged throughout the film.”

Another fan gushed: “What makes The Martian so rewatchable is its tone. It’s intense when it needs to be, but never loses that touch of optimism and wit that makes it so enjoyable.

“The soundtrack fits perfectly, the pacing keeps you engaged, and the visuals of Mars are stunning without ever feeling overwhelming.

“It’s a film that makes space feel both terrifying and oddly comforting, a rare mix. Whether you’re into science fiction, survival stories, or just well-made cinema, The Martian is the kind of film you’ll gladly watch more than once.”

Praise was also heaped on Letterboxd, where another five-star review read: “An effortlessly engrossing and excellently rendered science fiction epic of survival, Ridley Scott’s Martian immediately ranks as one of the director’s most satisfying works.

“A love letter to the power of science, problem solving, and human will, the film provides a smart and soaring experience that rivets as much as it satisfies.

“Scott and company tell a story that is buoyant, nail-biting, and life affirming.”

With no plans for it to leave Disney+, there’s ample opportunity to watch one of Damon’s standout blockbusters before Gosling takes the reins in the coming year.

The Martian is available to stream on Disney+.