Ryan Gosling’s “perfect” new sci-fi hailed as “first masterpiece of 2026”

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An early screening of Ryan Gosling’s upcoming sci-fi film, Project Hail Mary, has received rave reviews, with some calling it the first truly great movie of 2026. The film is based on the popular novel by Andy Weir and tells the story of a science teacher who mysteriously finds himself aboard a spaceship.

Dr. Ryland Grace wakes up with no memory of who he is or why he’s on a spaceship. He soon learns he’s humanity’s last hope – tasked with figuring out what’s causing the sun to fade and finding a way to save Earth. Along the way, he forms an unlikely friendship with an alien named Rocky.

A recent screening of the new movie from the creators of The Lego Movie, Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, received high praise from Frozen star Josh Gad, who was among the attendees.

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He announced on Instagram that he believes a new film is the first masterpiece of 2026. He was amazed by how the team – including @phillordy, @chrizmillr, @drewgoddardfilms, @adityasood, Amy Pascal, and Rachel O’Conner – managed to create a flawless adaptation of a book he considered unfilmable.

Gad shared that the book is a personal favorite, and he was amazed that the movie lived up to it, delivering a similarly powerful experience.

Okay, I just have to tell everyone – you NEED to see this new movie from @amazonmgmstudios, and seriously, see it on the biggest screen you can find! Ryan Gosling is absolutely incredible in it – I honestly think it’s his best performance ever. I’m already planning my second viewing because it’s that good. It’s one of those movies that just leaves you feeling hopeful and reminds you about the importance of love and being brave. #longliverocky

After a trailer was released late last year, viewers are already very enthusiastic about Project Hail Mary, and some are predicting it could be one of the best movies of 2026.

The movie’s final runtime has been set at two hours and thirty-six minutes. The Irish Film Classification Office has rated it for moderate science fiction violence, injury, and disturbing content.

The film stars Ryan Gosling and also includes performances by Sandra Hüller, Lionel Boyce, Ken Leung, Milana Vayntrub, and James Ortiz.

You can see in theaters and IMAX starting March 19th. Early showings will be available on Saturday, March 14th and Sunday, March 15th.

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2026-02-20 15:50