NASA Collaborates with 'Project Hail Mary' Filmmakers

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NASA astronaut Kjell Lindgren, the deputy director of the Flight Operations Directorate, took a selfie with panelists including actors Ryan Gosling and Sandra Huller, screenwriter Drew Goddard, directors Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, and 'Project Hail Mary' novelist Andy Weir. The group visited NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory to discuss their experience making the movie and the collaboration between scientists and the creative team.

Why it matters

The 'Project Hail Mary' movie is based on the bestselling novel of the same name, which follows an astronaut on a mission to save humanity. NASA's involvement in the film's production highlights the agency's efforts to engage the public and inspire interest in space exploration through partnerships with the entertainment industry.

The details

NASA supported the 'Project Hail Mary' creative team with subject matter experts who answered questions from the crew. Lindgren also met with actor Ryan Gosling during filming to share insights on human spaceflight and being an astronaut.

• The event took place on February 25, 2026 at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory in Pasadena, California.