I can’t wait to see Ryan Gosling team up with Phil Lord and Christopher Miller for the science fiction movieProject Hail Hary. In the upcoming sci-fi film, which is based on the novel by Andy Weir, Gosling will play an astronaut who wakes up in deep space with no memory of what his mission is.
This is not good, since Gosling’s character was sent to space to attempt to save Earth from an Ice Age. While the film won’t be released until the spring of 2026,footage ofProject Hail Marywas already shown at CinemaCon 2025. Therefore, a trailer and promotional material for the highly anticipated movie should be released in the second half of the year.
Project Hail Maryis not only exciting because itstars Ryan Gosling, but also because it will bedirected by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. Lord and Miller are acclaimed filmmakers, but the duo have unfortunately not directed anything since 2014’s22 Jump Street. Therefore,Project Hail Marywill thankfully end this unfortunate 11-year streak for Lord and Miller.
Project Hail Mary Is Lord & Miller’s First Movie As Directors Since 2014
They Have Worked As Writers & Producers In Recent Years
Even though Lord and Miller first started working in Hollywood in the late 1990s, they have actually only directed four feature films throughout their careers. The duo directed 2009’sCloudy with a Chance of Meatballsand 2014’sThe Lego Movie. Additionally,they showcased that they could direct live-action films, and that they are arguably two of the funniest people in Hollywood, with21 Jump Streetand the aforementioned22 Jump Street.
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Even though their directing credits are fewer than their writing credits, Lord and Miller are clearly very talented filmmakers. However, they have never (fully) directed a project likeProject Hail Marybefore. Therefore,it will be interesting to see what they do with a big-budget science fiction movie.
Why Lord & Miller Haven’t Made A Movie In So Long
Lord & Miller’s Last Directorial Effort Didn’t Go As Planned
Even though Lord and Miller haven’t directed a film since 2014, this doesn’t mean they haven’t been busy. Over the last several years,they have written movies such asSpider-Man: Into the Spider-Verseand its sequel,Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, as well as the sequel toThe Lego Movie.
However, even though they have indeed been busy with other projects, Lord and Miller definitely didn’t plan on having such a long directing hiatus. In fact,they were the original directors of 2018’sSolo: A Star Wars Story. Fans of Lord and Miller were incredibly excited when they were announced as directors of theStar Warsspinoff movie, but things eventually took a turn for the worse.
Reportedly, Lord and Miller and representatives from Lucasfilm couldn’t agree on what the tone ofSoloshould be, which led to the two parties going their separate ways due to creative differences. Ron Howard stepped in to finish directingSoloand reshoot several scenes, while Lord and Miller pursued other projects. However, years later, the directing duo are now returning to the science fiction genre.
Lord & Miller Are Two Of Cinema’s Most Exciting & Creative Directors
Lord & Miller Have Experienced Incredible Success After Leaving Solo
Given the success of their previous directorial efforts, Lord and Miller have been regarded as visionary creatives for a long time. However,after leavingSolo: A Star Wars Storyand starting work on theSpider-Verseseries, their reputation has only been heightened. Today, Lord and Miller are seen as two of the most exciting writers and directors in Hollywood.
Even though they haven’t directed a live-action film in 11 years, there is no need to be concerned aboutProject Hail Mary.
Fans of the duo can’t wait for theupcomingSpider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse, which will conclude the critically acclaimed trilogy. However,before this trilogy-capper is released, Lord and Miller will make their long-awaited return to live-action.
Even though they haven’t directed a live-action film in 11 years, there is no need to be concerned aboutProject Hail Mary. Throughout their careers,Lord and Miller have consistently proven that they can hop between several different mediums and balance a lot of different tones. This is precisely why they are often regarded as two of the most talented and exciting creatives currently working in Hollywood.
Ryan Gosling Should Fit Perfectly With Lord & Miller
Gosling Can Be Both Serious & Hilarious
Based on its premise,Project Hail Marywill undoubtedly be an emotional movie with very high stakes. By starring in science fiction films likeFirst ManandBlade Runner 2049, Gosling is uniquely qualified to play a secluded astronaut inProject Hail Mary. However,since Lord and Miller are used to dealing with different tones and come from a comedy background, their upcoming sci-fi movie will probably also contain a lot of humor.
Thankfully, I believeGosling’s sense of humor and line delivery will work perfectly with Lord and Miller’s style of comedy. In addition to starring in quite serious sci-fi movies likeFirst ManandBlade Runner 2049, Gosling has also proven that he is a hilarious performer by taking on roles in films likeCrazy, Stupid, Love,The Nice Guys, andBarbie.
Based on his aforementioned performances, I’m confidentGosling will be able to easily handle the differing tones inProject Hail Mary. Lord and Miller are known to be directors who like to include a lot of improvisation in their movies. This can be difficult for some (and was definitely not liked by all onSolo) but I believe Gosling will thrive in this type of environment.
Project Hail Mary Is One Of The Most Exciting Upcoming Sci-Fi Movies
More News About Project Hail Mary Should Be Coming Soon
Weir is a skilled sci-fi writer and his words translate very well to the big screen. To confirm this claim, one needs to look no further than the 2015 movieThe Martian, which was a major critical and commercial success. Just likeThe Martian,I’m expectingProject Hail Maryto be a hit with both critics and audiences.
Project Hail Maryis currently scheduled to be released in theaters on August 02, 2025.
Ever since theProject Hail Marynovel was released in 2021, fans of Weir have been waiting for an adaptation. Therefore, based on Weir, Gosling, and Lord and Miller’s previous work, I don’t think there’s any reason to believeProject Hail Marywon’t be amazing, which is why it is one of the most exciting upcoming sci-fi movies.
