A hesitant Ryan Gosling becomes humanity’s reluctant savior in Project Hail Mary’s thrilling trailer, forging an unexpected alien alliance to avert Earth’s impending solar annihilation.

In The Martian, humanity united to rescue one individual stranded in space. However, in Project Hail Mary, the latest novel by Andy Weir to be adapted for the big screen, a single man sets out on a space mission to save Earth. Not that it's his choice, nor is he completely alone in this endeavor. The debut trailer for Project Hail Mary features a hesitant Ryan Gosling as the universe’s last hope to avert the Sun's demise. But he’s not the only one searching for solutions before it's too late.

Ryan Gosling’s Reluctant Astronaut: “Putting the ‘Not’ in Astronaut” 

In the preview for Project Hail Mary, Ryan Gosling embarks on a space journey. However, he humorously mentions he puts the “not” in astronaut. How does he find himself in this situation unwillingly? And why is a high school teacher burdened with the task of saving the world? Below is the film’s official synopsis, closely mirroring Weir’s novel.

According to Amazon MGM Studios, the storyline of Project Hail Mary involves Ryland Grace, a science teacher who wakes up light-years from Earth aboard a spaceship with no memory of his identity or arrival. As his memories gradually return, he discovers his mission: to solve the puzzle of a mysterious substance threatening the Sun’s extinction. He will rely on his scientific skills and innovative thinking to prevent Earth's annihilation, but an unforeseen alliance suggests he might not face the challenge alone.

An Unlikely Alliance: Rocky the Alien Steals the Spotlight 

Ryan Gosling might be ideal to portray Grace, while Sandra Hüller is undoubtedly the perfect choice to play Eva Stratt, the project’s leader. The trailer for Project Hail Mary showcases both actors excelling in their roles. Notably, the film's directing team, Oscar-winners Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, along with a screenplay by Drew Goddard, elevates the potential for the movie to surpass its literary origin. The cast also includes Lionel Boyce, Ken Leung, and Milana Vayntrub.

Despite featuring a stellar human cast, the standout element could be Rocky, the alien character. Even if you haven't read the book, you'll surely appreciate him. Discover why when Project Hail Mary premieres in theaters on March 20, 2026, regardless of Ryan Gosling's wishes.