Project Hail Mary — biggest Amazon/MGM hit; BO smash & EW Must List
Key Questions
What is the box office performance of Project Hail Mary?
Project Hail Mary has earned $141M worldwide with an $80M+ domestic opening weekend, surpassing $300M global in 10-11 days including $164M+ domestic. It demonstrates strong holds and has become Amazon/MGM's biggest hit, passing Creed 3.
Who stars in and directs Project Hail Mary?
Ryan Gosling stars in this sci-fi tentpole, directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller with a script by Drew Goddard. The film features praised FX and an alien puppet.
What are the Rotten Tomatoes scores for Project Hail Mary?
The film holds 95% from critics and 97% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes. Reviews are mixed but praise Gosling's performance, effects, and the alien puppet.
Has Project Hail Mary been called a sci-fi masterpiece?
A listicle hails it as one of only five true sci-fi masterpieces of the 2020s. It has also been compared to Cast Away in a 10/10 review and lauded for sci-fi done right.
How does the Project Hail Mary movie compare to Andy Weir's book?
Author Andy Weir notes that the film improves upon the book. Discussions in reviews and videos debate if it is the perfect adaptation, with strong praise for its execution.
Is there Oscar buzz for Project Hail Mary?
Yes, the film has generated Oscar buzz due to its critical acclaim, box office success, and standout elements like Gosling's performance and effects.
What future projects have the directors of Project Hail Mary teased?
Phil Lord and Christopher Miller have teased adapting Artemis, another sci-fi book, following their 95% RT hit Project Hail Mary. This signals potential franchise expansion.
What recognitions has Project Hail Mary received?
It made Entertainment Weekly's Must List with a nod from Neil deGrasse Tyson. Streaming ties have reinforced its hype amid strong box office legs and totals.
Ryan Gosling sci-fi tentpole (Lord/Miller dir., Goddard script) $300M+ WW first week smash ($164M+ dom), practical Rocky puppet steals show, 95/97% RT. EW Must List; Tyson nod; mixed reviews praise Gosling/FX/alien puppet/karaoke; Weir notes film improves book; Oscar buzz; Lord/Miller tease Artemis (THR). Focus: BO legs, totals, franchise signals.