Cosmic Dawn
“The Untold Story of The James Webb Space Telescope”
Synopsis
For over three decades, NASA and an international team of scientists and engineers pushed the limits of technology, innovation, and perseverance to build and launch the James Webb Space Telescope, the most powerful space observatory ever created. Cosmic Dawn brings audiences behind the scenes with the Webb film crew, and never-before-heard testimonies revealing the real story of how this telescope overcame all odds.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Cosmic Dawn (Official NASA Trailer)
Type: Trailer • Published 2025-06-04
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Release History & Theatrical Window
The Greenbelt Cinema, 129 Centerway, Greenbelt, MD 20770
Festival / Special Debut
June 12, 2025
VOD & Digital Platforms
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- James Tralie
- Screenplay & Story
- James Tralie, Michael McClare
- Original Title
- Cosmic Dawn
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
- Production Studios
- NASA
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
James Tralie
James Tralie, Michael McClare
James Tralie
James Tralie, Michael McClare
Department Leadership Roster
James Tralie
Producer
Michael McClare
Producer
James Tralie
Editor
James Tralie
Director
James Tralie
Writer
Michael McClare
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Cosmic Dawn
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What is Cosmic Dawn about?
For over three decades, NASA and an international team of scientists and engineers pushed the limits of technology, innovation, and perseverance to build and launch the James Webb Space Telescope, the most powerful space observatory ever created. Cosmic Dawn brings audiences behind the scenes with the Webb film crew, and never-before-heard testimonies revealing the real story of how this telescope overcame all odds.
Who directed Cosmic Dawn?
Cosmic Dawn was directed by James Tralie.
Who stars in Cosmic Dawn?
The principal cast of Cosmic Dawn includes Sophia Roberts, John Mather, Paul Geithner, Mike Menzel, Eric Smith.
When was Cosmic Dawn released and how long is it?
Cosmic Dawn was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.