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Ridley Scott’s ‘The Dog Stars’: First Reactions
The Hollywood Reporter • • general
Key Points:
- Ridley Scott’s latest film, The Dog Stars, a post-apocalyptic sci-fi feature, is set for global release on August 28, with early social media reactions praising its visual style but expressing mixed feelings about the script.
- The Dog Stars premiered in London on August 20, followed by press screenings where attendees shared brief social media impressions; full critical reviews remain embargoed until August 25.
- The film stars Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, Alison Janney, Guy Pearce, and Benedict Wong, and is based on Peter Heller’s 2012 novel about survivors navigating a world devastated by a flu pandemic.
- Directed by Scott and written by Mark L. Smith, The Dog Stars follows the story of Hig (Elordi), a former pilot, and his ex-Marine companion Bangley (Brolin) as they face the challenges of a fallen world.
- This project marks Scott’s follow-up to Gladiator II (2024) and other recent works, with future plans including directing Treasure Island starring Hugh Jackman.
