The Dog Stars Cast Goes Behind the Scenes with Ridley Scott
More from The Dog Stars → 3 videosGo behind the scenes of The Dog Stars as the cast shares an inside look at bringing Ridley Scott’s post-apocalyptic drama to life. The featurette introduces the survivors at the heart of the story while offering new insight into the film’s emotional journey and expansive world.
Based on Peter Heller’s bestselling novel, The Dog Stars stars Jacob Elordi as Hig, a pilot struggling to survive in a devastated world alongside military survivalist Bangley, played by Josh Brolin. The acclaimed ensemble also includes Margaret Qualley, Allison Janney, Benedict Wong, and Guy Pearce in a story about survival, hope, and the search for human connection.
The Dog Stars opens exclusively in theaters and IMAX on August 28, 2026.
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This featurette offers a closer look at how The Dog Stars translates Peter Heller’s bestselling survival novel into an expansive post-apocalyptic film, with the cast discussing the emotional stakes behind its harsh world. The combination of Jacob Elordi and Josh Brolin at the center, alongside Margaret Qualley, Allison Janney, Benedict Wong, and Guy Pearce, makes this a useful preview for viewers tracking character-driven genre films ahead of their theatrical release.