Available theaters
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Regal Edwards Mira Mesa
10733 Westview Parkway, San Diego, CA 92126, San Diego, CA
AMC Mission Valley 20
1640 Camino Del Rio North, San Diego, CA 92108, San Diego, CA
AMC Palm Promenade 24
770 Dennery Road, San Diego, CA 92154, San Diego, CA
UltraStar Mission Valley
7510 Hazard Center Drive, San Diego, CA 92108, San Diego, CA
AMC Fashion Valley 18
7037 Friars Rd., San Diego, CA 92108, San Diego, CA
Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas - Del Mar
12905 El Camino Real, San Diego, CA 92130, San Diego, CA
Angelika Film Center & Cafe Carmel Mountain
11620 Carmel Mt. Rd., San Diego, CA 92128, San Diego, CA
About The Dog Stars (2026)
Ridley Scott’s “The Dog Stars,” is a riveting, epic thriller set in a world where survival is instinct, but humanity is a choice. Scott tells the story of Hig, a young pilot who, together with a military survivalist, Bangley, has carved out an efficient but isolated homestead in a brutal post-apocalyptic world until a mysterious radio transmission spurs Hig to venture into the unknown in search of the hope and humanity he still believes exists. Based on Peter Heller’s captivating bestseller, “The Dog Stars” features a critically acclaimed ensemble, including Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, Guy Pearce, Benedict Wong and Allison Janney. The film is written by Mark L. Smith and produced by Ridley Scott, Michael Pruss, Mark L. Smith, and Cliff Roberts.
Cast & Crew
Ridley Scott, Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, Allison Janney, Benedict Wong, Guy Pearce, Alara-Star Khan, Aidan Elliott, Brandon Scott Smith, Cliff Roberts, Lily Brooks-Dalton, Mark L. Smith, Michael A. Pruss, Peter Heller
Frequently asked questions
How long is The Dog Stars (2026)?
The Dog Stars (2026) is 1 hr 58 min long.
Who directed The Dog Stars (2026)?
Ridley Scott
Who is Hig in The Dog Stars (2026)?
Jacob Elordi plays Hig in the film.
What is The Dog Stars (2026) about?
Ridley Scott’s “The Dog Stars,” is a riveting, epic thriller set in a world where survival is instinct, but humanity is a choice. Scott tells the story of Hig, a young pilot who, together with a military survivalist, Bangley, has carved out an efficient but isolated homestead in a brutal post-apocalyptic world until a mysterious radio transmission spurs Hig to venture into the unknown in search of the hope and humanity he still believes exists. Based on Peter Heller’s captivating bestseller, “The Dog Stars” features a critically acclaimed ensemble, including Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, Guy Pearce, Benedict Wong and Allison Janney. The film is written by Mark L. Smith and produced by Ridley Scott, Michael Pruss, Mark L. Smith, and Cliff Roberts.