The Dog Stars | Buy it on Digital October 27 and Own it on Blu-ray™ December 1
A pilot and survivalist fight to survive in a harsh post-apocalyptic world until a mysterious radio signal offers hope.
The story
Based on Peter Heller’s bestselling novel, the film follows Hig, a young pilot living in a brutal post-apocalyptic world. He shares a fragile homestead with Bangley, a military survivalist. Their isolated existence is disrupted when Hig intercepts a mysterious radio transmission.
The cast includes Jacob Elordi as Hig, Josh Brolin as Bangley, Margaret Qualley, Allison Janney, Benedict Wong, and Guy Pearce. The screenplay is by Mark L. Smith, adapted from Peter Heller’s novel. Ridley Scott serves as a producer among others.
The Dog Stars releases digitally on October 27, 2026, and on Blu-ray™ on December 1, 2026. It is distributed by 20th Century. The film is available for purchase on these platforms.
The trailer conveys a tense, survival-driven tone with stark visuals of a desolate world. Expect action-packed sequences, emotional struggles, and a search for humanity amid chaos. The tone balances isolation with the faint promise of hope.
