Matt Damonis one of the biggest movie stars in the world, and one of his best-known projects has been a force to be reckoned with on streaming for several weeks now.The Martian, which Damon stars in alongsideJessica ChastainandBenedict Wong, has been in the Max top 10 since premiering on the platform last month, even weathering the storm of new arrivals for October and staying in the #7 spot.The Martiantells the story of Mark Watney, an astronaut stranded on Mars who must use supreme survival skills after a failed mission leaves his crew to depart the planet, thinking he died, only to discover he survived and is alone.The Martianalso starsSean BeanandSebastian Stanand currently sits at equal and impressive scores of 91% from critics and audiences onRotten Tomatoes.
The Martianis based on the novel of the same name by legendary sci-fi authorAndy Weir, andDrew Goddardwrote the screenplay for the film. Goddard is best known for his work as the scribe onTheCabin in the Woods, and he also created Netflix’sDaredevilTV series starringCharlie Cox. Four-time Oscar-nominated directorRidley ScotthelmedThe Martian, and he’s best known for directing classics such asBlade Runner(Harrison Ford) andGladiator(Russell Crowe). Scott most recently teamed up with Oscar-winnerJoaquin PhoenixforNapoleonand also worked withAdam DriverandLady GagaforHouse of Gucci. Scott will next helm the legacy sequel starringPedro Pascal,Gladiator 2, which is due in theaters on November 22.
Ryan Gosling Will Star in the Next Andy Weir Adaptation
Andy Weir has produced some of the best sci-fi novels ever, and arguably his finest work is coming to the big screen.Ryan Goslingwill toplineProject Hail MaryalongsideSandra HüllerandMilana Vayntrub, withSpider-VersecreatorsPhil LordandChristopher Millerdirecting and a script from Drew Goddard.Project Hail Maryfollows Ryland Grace, a scientist-turned-middle school teacher who wakes up on a spaceship, light years from Earth, only to discover the fate of the entire human race is in his hands.Project Hail Maryis slated for a theatrical release on July 11, 2025.
The Martianstars Matt Damon and Jessica Chastain and was written by Drew Goddard and directed by Ridley Scott. Stay tuned to Collider for future streaming updates and watchThe MartianonMax.
The Martian
An astronaut becomes stranded on Mars after his team assume him dead, and must rely on his ingenuity to find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive and can survive until a potential rescue.
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