Early reviews are already generating buzz for the new science fiction film, Project Hail Mary. Critics are praising the movie, starring Ryan Gosling, and it’s currently ranking as one of his highest-rated films on Rotten Tomatoes.
What critics are saying about Project Hail Mary in reviews
Project Hail Mary has received predominantly positive reviews from critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
Jonathan Sim of ComingSoon praised ‘Project Hail Mary’ as a large-scale, exciting science fiction film that successfully combines thrilling action with genuine emotion and humor – something many similar movies often miss. He highlighted its ability to balance realistic science with both funny moments and heartfelt storytelling.
Kristy Puchko of Mashable compared the movie Project Hail Mary to a blend of The Martian, Half Nelson, and E.T., highlighting its unique and humorous combination of elements. Liz Shannon Miller from Consequence noted that the film has a hopeful message, centered around the idea that saving the world is possible.
Even though the book is getting amazing scores, some critics have had mixed feelings. Owen Gleiberman from Variety said it wants to be the perfect escape we all need right now, and he thinks a lot of people will absolutely love it for that reason – which I totally get! It feels like exactly the kind of story we need.
Many reviewers praised the film’s overall feel and speed. Lindsey Bahr from the Associated Press noted that despite being over two hours long, “Project Hail Mary” keeps you engaged with its clever solutions, sincere humor, and the passion put into every detail of the story.
John Nugent of Empire Magazine called the film “a wildly fun spectacle with surprisingly smart ideas.” Tasha Robinson from Polygon praised it as funny, unusual, heartwarming, and a faithful adaptation of the source material, noting that fans needn’t worry about whether it lives up to the book.
Other reviewers also praised the acting and visual elements of the film. Kevin Maher of The Times noted that Ryan Gosling makes the movie more enjoyable, and that this is his best role since ‘La La Land’ in 2016.
Project Hail Mary’s Rotten Tomatoes score proves it’s Ryan Gosling best reviewed movie
The upcoming movie Project Hail Mary, set to release on March 20, 2026, is getting excellent reviews. Currently, it has a 96% rating on Rotten Tomatoes based on 100 critic reviews, with many publications giving it top marks like A’s and four-star ratings.
Originally reported by Anubhav Chaudhry on ComingSoon.net.
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2026-03-11 08:17