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The Dog Stars 2026
A 2026 post-apocalyptic action thriller film, The Dog Stars follows survivors of a global flu pandemic in rural Colorado. Directed and produced by Ridley Scott, the movie uses a screenplay written by Mark L. Smith, adapted from Peter Heller's 2012 novel. Starring Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, and Guy Pearce, the film premiered at Odeon Luxe Leicester Square on August 20, 2026. It opened in the United States through 20th Century Studios on August 28. Critics responded with mixed reviews, and the film proved unsuccessful at the box office, earning just $39 million despite a production budget ranging from $70 to 110 million.
Trailer
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Cast
- Jacob ElordiHig
- Josh BrolinBangley
- Margaret QualleyCima
- Guy PearceJack / "Pops"
- Allison JanneyDarlene
- Benedict WongAaron
- Ewen Bremnerthe Crossbow Hunter
- Sam SpruellJohn
- Sai BennettMelissa
Crew
- Director
- Ridley Scott
- Screenplay
- Mark L. Smith
- Producer
- Ridley Scott, Michael Pruss, Mark L. Smith, Cliff Roberts
- Cinematography
- Erik Messerschmidt
- Editing
- Sam Restivo, Claire Simpson
- Music
- Harry Gregson-Williams
Details
- Production
- 20th Century Studios, Scott Free Productions
- Distributor
- 20th Century Studios
- Budget
- $70–110 million
- Box office
- $39 million
