A film about humanity’s last shot at relighting the Sun has already racked up 400 million trailer views, months before launch. The real twist might be who’s steering this mission and why.
Four hundred million trailer views in a week is not hype, it’s gravity. Adapted from Andy Weir’s Project Hail Mary, Projet Dernière Chance reaches French cinemas on March 18, 2026, with Ryan Gosling as a science teacher thrust into a mission that could drag Earth back from the brink. Phil Lord and Chris Miller return to features with a blend of brainy suspense, deep space problem solving and an unlikely ally called Rocky. The result already looks like the season’s big swing for smart, spectacular sci-fi.
A long-awaited sci-fi odyssey
Mark your calendars for March 18, 2026. This is when Projet Dernière Chance, an ambitious science fiction film, will finally land in French cinemas. Starring Ryan Gosling, the movie is already creating waves thanks to its gripping premise: humanity’s survival depends on a single man’s mission to reignite the dying Sun. Can he succeed? The stakes couldn’t be higher.
A story of hope in the face of cosmic doom
The film brings to life Andy Weir’s acclaimed novel Project Hail Mary. The protagonist, Ryland Grace (played by Gosling), is no typical savior—he’s a humble science teacher thrust into an interstellar mission to save Earth. Joining him on this daring journey is Rocky, an alien ally with whom Grace builds an extraordinary bond. Together, they embody the hope, teamwork, and resilience required when the universe’s light itself begins to fade.
The return of Phil Lord and Chris Miller
Directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller, known for their witty and inventive storytelling, make a triumphant comeback to feature filmmaking here. Their departure from a major Star Wars project in 2018 left a void, but their return with Projet Dernière Chance is not just a statement, it’s a spectacle. This adaptation offers what they excel at: blending humor, suspense, and heartfelt moments in a deeply imaginative sci-fi framework.
A stellar cast and unprecedented anticipation
In addition to Gosling, key performances come from Sandra Hüller, Lionel Boyce, Ken Leung, and Milana Vayntrub. With such talent involved, expectations are understandably high. It’s no surprise that the trailer racked up an astonishing 400 million views in its first week, setting a record for non-franchise films. Clearly, audiences are eager to see how this unique story of survival and interstellar camaraderie will unfold.
A milestone moment in modern sci-fi
What makes this release even more thrilling is its timing, 2026 promises to be a landmark year for science fiction, with Ryan Gosling also starring in Shawn Levy’s upcoming Star Wars: Starfighter. Yet all eyes are currently on Projet Dernière Chance and its promise of stellar visuals, powerful storytelling, and the age-old question: how far will humanity go to survive? It’s a countdown we’re all watching closely.