The Martian

The Martian

2015 film
When astronauts blast off from the planet Mars, they leave behind Mark Watney (Matt Damon), presumed dead after a fierce storm. With only a meager amount of supplies, the stranded visitor must utilize his wits and spirit to find a way to survive on the hostile planet. Meanwhile, back on Earth, members of NASA and a team of international scientists work tirelessly to bring him home, while his crew mates hatch their own plan for a daring rescue mission.

Release date: October 2, 2015 (USA)
Director: Ridley Scott
Music composed by: Harry Gregson-Williams
Cinematography: Dariusz Wolski
Editor: Pietro Scalia


The Martian is an upcoming science-fiction film directed by Ridley Scott. The screenplay by Drew Goddard is based on the 2011 novel The Martian by Andy Weir. The film stars Matt Damon, with Jessica Chastain, Michael Peña, Kristen Wiig, Jeff Daniels, Kate Mara, and Donald Glover in supporting roles. It will mark Scott's fourth science-fiction film after Alien (1979), Blade Runner (1982), and Prometheus (2012).

The film is scheduled to be released on October 2, 2015 in 3D and 2D.