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At the end of the world, no one survives alone.
The Dog Stars (2026)
Runtime
119 min
Release date
26/08/2026
Country
United States of America
Production
20th Century Studios
Scott Free Productions
Overview
After the world's population has been ravaged by a pandemic, a man lives a lonesome existence in a Colorado airplane hangar with his dog and a dour gunman he has befriended. When a mysterious transmission comes through on the radio while he’s flying his old Cessna, it sparks a hunt for the provenance of the sound.
Directors & Screenwriters
Ridley Scott
Director
Mark L. Smith
Screenwriter
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Jacob Elordi
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Hig
Josh Brolin
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Bangley
Margaret Qualley
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Cima
Guy Pearce
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Pops
Benedict Wong
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Aaron
Allison Janney
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Darlene
Ewen Bremner
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Crossbow Hunter
Sam Spruell
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John
James Craze
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Logan
Sai Bennett
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Melissa
Alara-Star Khan
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Matilda
Sebastian Rokison-Woodall
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Ben
Daisy Kakkar
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Mennonite Woman
Brendan O'Rourke
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Bar Man - Grand Junction
Jean Michael Sinisterra Munoz
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Semi-Naked Monster
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Mario Alberto Estrada Sanchez
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Semi-Naked Monster
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Luis Fernando Colombo
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Hideki Andrea Yamamoto
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Raider #1
Soufiane Oulji
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Raider #2
Kyshan Wilson
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Female Teen
Lorenzo Ubaldi
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Male Teen
Irene De Santis
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Pale Woman
Vladir Pereira
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Grand Junction Attendant #1
Simone Carminati
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Grand Junction Attendant #2
Roger Jean Nsengiyumva
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Youth Baggage Handler #1
Shuo Chen
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Youth Baggage Handler #2
Hamza Briakli
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Youth Baggage Handler #3
Yordy Alberto Cagua Hermenejildo
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Young Hunter
Tatiana Rodolfi
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Mennonite Band
Diego Barbalace
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Marco De Leo
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Bruno Tripodi
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Lorenzo Claro
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Ben Double
Sophia Burelli
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Matilda Double
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Did You Know?
Ridley Scott’s latest sci‑fi venture crashes while his Alien universe gears up for a new chapter
Ridley Scott’s return to the science‑fiction arena with The Dog Stars has been a spectacular miss at the box office, pulling in roughly $21 million worldwide against a $70 million production budget. The shortfall leaves the film more than $100 million shy of its break‑even point, marking another commercial stumble for the veteran director after the under‑performing historical epics Gladiator II and Napoleon.
While The Dog Stars flounders, Scott is quietly softening his long‑standing vow to walk away from the Alien franchise. He’s now collaborating with Michael Fassbender on a fresh prequel centered on the synthetic David, the enigmatic android whose godlike ambitions have haunted the series since Prometheus. Though Scott isn’t directing, his producer’s hand remains on the franchise’s pulse.
That same franchise is expanding on the small screen: Disney+ has confirmed that Alien: Earth Season 2 is officially in production. Created by Noah Hawley, the series has already drawn a strong following, and the new season will feature a high‑profile Game of Thrones reunion, with Peter Dinklage and Jerome Flynn joining the cast. Their involvement underscores the show’s ambition to deepen the Alien mythos with star power and long‑form storytelling.
Ridley Scott’s $110 million post‑apocalypse epic vanished from theaters almost as fast as it arrived
The Dog Stars landed in August with a heavyweight pedigree – Ridley Scott directing, an adaptation of a celebrated novel, and a cast led by Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin and Margaret Qualley. Yet the film’s release was anything but heavyweight. 20th Century Studios gave the $110 million action thriller a whisper of a marketing campaign, failing to set it apart from the crowded post‑apocalyptic slate.
Without a strong promotional push, the movie struggled to find an audience. Its $275 million break‑even target proved out of reach; after four weekends the worldwide box office tally was under $40 million, a clear sign the film was effectively shut out of the global market.
Industry observers expect The Dog Stars may find a second life on streaming platforms, but its theatrical run was a textbook case of a big‑budget project that never got the spotlight it needed to recoup its costs.
Ridley Scott’s ‘The Dog Stars’ Vanishes From Theaters, Leaving the Legend Hungry for a Comeback
After a hopeful return to sci‑fi, Ridley Scott’s latest venture, The Dog Stars, was abruptly pulled from more than 2,000 screens as both theaters and the studio admitted they couldn’t justify keeping it on the slate with dwindling audiences. The abrupt exit underscores a stark contrast to the director’s storied past, where blockbusters like Alien and Blade Runner once dominated the box office.
Scott isn’t slowing down, though. He’s already gearing up for a Treasure Island remake starring Hugh Jackman, and during the press tour for The Dog Stars he hinted at eyeing Hugh Grant and Owen Cooper for pivotal roles in the upcoming pirate epic. The move signals a strategic pivot, hoping to recapture the commercial spark that’s eluded his recent releases.
While The Dog Stars struggles to find its footing in cinemas, another of Scott’s sci‑fi hallmarks—Blade Runner—has quietly surged on streaming, becoming one of Paramount+’s most‑watched titles this month. The juxtaposition highlights a career at a crossroads: a legendary filmmaker whose latest theatrical effort falters, yet whose legacy titles thrive in the digital age.
Ridley Scott’s ‘The Dog Stars’ flopped at the box office but is finding new life on streaming platforms
Ridley Scott’s latest sci‑fi outing, The Dog Stars, earned just $15 million domestically against a hefty $100 million budget, landing it at the bottom of the domestic leaderboard and earning a modest 41% on Rotten Tomatoes. Critics called the post‑apocalyptic trek “derivative and drowsy,” saying lush visuals couldn’t rescue a listless narrative.
Despite the theatrical disappointment, the film has clawed its way toward a $50 million worldwide total after a month and is now seeing a surge on Vudu, suggesting Scott’s fanbase remains engaged. The streaming uptick comes as the movie prepares for a PVOD debut likely by the end of October, a move that could help recoup some of the lost budget.
The Dog Stars isn’t alone in its under‑performance; Spielberg’s recent sci‑fi return, Disclosure Day, also fell short of expectations despite a $250 million global haul. Yet Scott’s home‑video pedigree—built on classics like Alien and Blade Runner—means his work still commands attention, even when theatrical numbers falter.
As the industry leans more heavily on streaming, The Dog Stars may yet rewrite its story, turning a box‑office stumble into a digital comeback for the veteran director.
Ridley Scott’s latest sci‑fi misfire is finding a second wind on streaming
Ridley Scott’s post‑apocalyptic venture The Dog Stars has been a box‑office disaster, pulling in just $15 million domestically against a reported $100 million budget. The film sat at the bottom of the domestic leaderboard this week, even losing out to three re‑releases, and its worldwide tally appears stalled well short of $50 million after a month in theatres.
Despite the theatrical flop, the movie is beginning to claw back some audience on Vudu, where its divisive sci‑fi premise is sparking a modest resurgence. While a digital release date hasn’t been set, fans can expect a PVOD debut by the end of October, giving the film a chance to recoup some of its losses on the home‑video market.
Critically, The Dog Stars has struggled to win over reviewers, holding a 41 percent rating on Rotten Tomatoes. The consensus calls it “a derivative and drowsy tour through the post‑apocalypse,” noting that its lush visuals can’t compensate for a listless narrative and sluggish pacing. The film marks Scott’s first new sci‑fi outing in nearly a decade, but like Steven Spielberg’s recent return with Disclosure Day, it fell short of expectations, even though Disclosure Day managed a near‑$250 million worldwide haul.
Ridley Scott’s post‑apocalyptic thriller finally lands on digital shelves – but will it find a home on Hulu?
The Dog Stars, Ridley Scott’s bleak, post‑pandemic adventure starring Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin and Margaret Qualley, hits premium video‑on‑demand tomorrow. Fans can buy the film on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Fandango At Home and other platforms starting at 12 a.m. ET on October 27, with Amazon pricing it at $24.99.
Despite its striking IMAX visuals, the movie flopped at the box office, failing to recoup even half of its production budget. The hope now is that a digital release will give the film a second wind, especially as streaming options loom on the horizon.
Industry patterns suggest The Dog Stars could appear on Hulu—Disney’s adult‑focused streaming service—by late 2026, roughly three months after its theatrical debut. Hulu’s ad‑supported plan runs $11.99 a month, while an ad‑free tier costs $18.99, and the film may also be bundled with Disney+ in the $12.99‑plus monthly packages.
If you’re eager to watch the survival tale now, the digital purchase is the fastest route. For those willing to wait, keep an eye on Hulu’s catalog later this year for a possible streaming debut.