The Dog Stars (2026)
English post-apocalyptic film directed by Ridley Scott
Rated R in the US
Restricted: under 17 requires an accompanying parent or adult guardian.
- Runtime
- 1h 59m 119 min
- Released
- 28 August 2026
- Language
- English
Runtime and rating from Wikidata. The Indian CBFC certificate is added if the film releases in India.
The Dog Stars has a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes (119 min). In the US it is rated R. The English film released on 28 August 2026. It is directed by Ridley Scott and stars Jacob Elordi, Margaret Qualley and Josh Brolin.
Official trailer
Cast and crew
- Director
- Ridley Scott
- Cinematography
- Erik Messerschmidt
- Editing
- Claire Simpson
- Written by
- Mark L. Smith
- Produced by
- Scott Aversano, Peter Heller
- Production
- Scott Free Productions
- Distribution
- 20th Century Studios, Fórum Hungary
Box office, awards and more
- Budget
- $70–110 million
- Box office
- $39 million
- Based on
- The Dog Stars
- Country
- United Kingdom, United States
Release and where to watch
- In theatres
- 28 August 2026
- First shown
- 26 August 2026 festival or first country
- On OTT
- Not announced yet. We add the platform and date once the makers confirm them.
Can children watch it?
Not meant for children. In the US, under-17s need an adult with them. This is the MPA rating in the US; other countries rate films separately.
Questions people ask
What is the runtime of The Dog Stars?
The Dog Stars has a runtime of 1 hour 59 minutes, or 119 min.
When did The Dog Stars release?
The Dog Stars released on 28 August 2026.
Who directed The Dog Stars?
The Dog Stars is directed by Ridley Scott.
Who is in the cast of The Dog Stars?
The cast of The Dog Stars includes Jacob Elordi, Margaret Qualley, Josh Brolin, Guy Pearce, Benedict Wong and Allison Janney.
How much did The Dog Stars earn at the box office?
The Dog Stars grossed $39 million on a budget of $70–110 million.
What is The Dog Stars rated in the US?
The Dog Stars is rated R by the Motion Picture Association.
Is The Dog Stars based on a true story or a book?
The Dog Stars is based on The Dog Stars.
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