The Astronaut
“She didn't come back to Earth alone.”
Synopsis
After returning from her first space mission, astronaut Sam Walker is placed under NASA’s care at a high security house for rehabilitation and medical testing. However, when disturbing occurrences begin happening around the property, she fears that something extraterrestrial has followed her back to Earth.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-09-25
Top Cast
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Kate Mara
Sam Walker
Laurence Fishburne
General William Harris
Gabriel Luna
Mark
Ivana Miličević
Dr. Michelle Aiden
Scarlett Holmes
Izzy
Macy Gray
Val
Reza Diako
Ethan Marshall
Daniel Quirke
Guard
Daiana Madeira
Medical Specialist
Christine Abernathy
Medical Assistant
Ezrael MacTire
Young Harris
Erin Gill
Young Sam
Gareth Battersby
Squad Leader
Aidan O'Sullivan
Private
Alex Conlon
Troop Captain
Hans Boller
Background
Release History & Theatrical Window
Streaming Window: 0 DaysDeauville American Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
October 17, 2025
Wide Cinema Exhibition
October 17, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
December 10, 2025
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Jess Varley
- Screenplay & Story
- Jess Varley
- Original Score
- Jacques Brautbar
- Original Title
- The Astronaut
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Fuller Media, The Wonder Company, Wild Atlantic Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Jess Varley
Jess Varley
Jacques Brautbar
Dave Garbett
Terel Gibson, Joel Griffen
Chris Abernathy, Brad Fuller, Eric B. Fleischman, Cameron Fuller, Macdara Kelleher
Department Leadership Roster
Chris Abernathy
Producer
Brad Fuller
Producer
Jess Varley
Director
Eric B. Fleischman
Producer
Jess Varley
Writer
Cameron Fuller
Producer
Terel Gibson
Editor
Joel Griffen
Editor
Dave Garbett
Director of Photography
Alan Gilmore
Production Design
Joanna David
Costume Design
Jacques Brautbar
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Astronaut
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What is The Astronaut about?
After returning from her first space mission, astronaut Sam Walker is placed under NASA’s care at a high security house for rehabilitation and medical testing. However, when disturbing occurrences begin happening around the property, she fears that something extraterrestrial has followed her back to Earth.
Who directed The Astronaut?
The Astronaut was directed by Jess Varley.
Who stars in The Astronaut?
The principal cast of The Astronaut includes Kate Mara, Laurence Fishburne, Gabriel Luna, Ivana Miličević, Scarlett Holmes.
When was The Astronaut released and how long is it?
The Astronaut was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
Who composed the musical score for The Astronaut?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Astronaut was composed by Jacques Brautbar.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Astronaut?
The Astronaut holds official age classifications: AU: M (Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.); DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 15 (Suitable only for 15 years and over.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).