Project Hail Mary Lands in Canterbury

On Tuesday, 10 November 2026, the Curzon Canterbury Westgate will host the screening of Project Hail Mary, a science fiction film directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller. The film stars Ryan Gosling as Dr Ryland Grace, a molecular biologist who wakes up on a spaceship with no memory of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he must uncover the mystery of a substance that is causing the sun to die out and threatening the Earth's existence.

Project Hail Mary is a US production, with a runtime of 157 minutes and a certificate of 12A. The film features a talented cast, including Sandra Hüller, Lionel Boyce, and Ken Leung, and is spoken in multiple languages, including Mandarin, English, Japanese, Russian, and Spanish. The film's genres are science fiction and adventure, with a tagline that reads "Believe in the Hail Mary".

The film has received widespread critical acclaim, with scores of 8.2/10 on IMDb, 95% on Rotten Tomatoes, 77/100 on Metacritic, 8.6/10 on TMDB, and 87% on Trakt. It has also won several awards, with 10 wins and 10 nominations. The film's success can be measured by its impressive box office performance, grossing over $684 million worldwide.

According to critics, the film is a visually dazzling space odyssey that is carried along effortlessly by Ryan Gosling's winning performance. The film's tone is a unique blend of humour and poignancy, making it a near-miraculous fusion of smarts and heart. Some critics have noted that the film's greatest strength lies in its ability to inspire child-like wonder and its commitment to entertaining storytelling.

Viewers have also praised the film, with many describing it as a heartwarming and funny sci-fi adventure. Some have noted that the film's tone can be too playful at times, but the majority of viewers have enjoyed the film's visually stunning cinematography and entertaining storyline. Ryan Gosling's performance has been particularly praised, with many viewers noting that he brings a perfect balance of humour and emotional depth to the role.

Tickets for the screening of Project Hail Mary are on sale: tickets are with the button beside the article. The film will be shown at the Curzon Canterbury Westgate in Canterbury from Tuesday, 10 November 2026, until Thursday, 31 December 2026 at 23:00.