Ryan Gosling’s latest movie continues to be a huge success. Following a remarkably popular run in theaters, the science fiction film has now also earned praise from fantasy writer Brandon Sanderson.
I’m so excited about the movie adaptation of this book! The author himself is writing the script, which is a huge relief. And honestly, after seeing his review of Project Hail Mary on YouTube – he gave it a perfect 10/10 and called it a top-tier adaptation – I have total faith that this one will be amazing too. He really knows what makes a good story!
Brandon Sanderson Loved Project Hail Mary
I recently read a fantastic two-part review of the movie – one version gave away nothing, and the other dove right into the details. The reviewer had already read the book by Andy Weir – the 2021 one – and said he instantly connected with it. He even confessed it quickly became one of his all-time favorite books, and that’s saying something considering how much he reads!
He praised the adaptation, calling it “fantastic.” Having worked on adapting his own book into a screenplay, he explained that he now especially appreciates well-done adaptations.
The author expressed his delight with the film adaptation of his book, noting that the team clearly understood how to make it appealing to a wider audience. He acknowledged that the movie toned down some of the scientific details – a common critique of Project Hail Mary – but felt this was a smart choice, especially because it allowed them to emphasize the touching relationship between the characters Grace and Rocky. He praised the film’s pacing, visuals, humor, and heartwarming story, calling it a thoroughly enjoyable and well-made movie.
Sanderson described the film as feeling like a classic 80s or 90s science fiction movie, but updated with today’s special effects and filmmaking styles. He gave it a perfect score, calling it an excellent 10 out of 10.
The review mentions some issues with the ending, specifically that it felt rushed. The reviewer also thought the movie could have spent less time on Rocky’s communication challenges and other parts, and more time developing a stronger conclusion.
The author enthusiastically called for more films like this one, stating, “More of this Hollywood, please. A lot more of this.” They also encouraged a film adaptation of the author’s third book, a project that Project Hail Mary directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller have been working on for some time.
Project Hail Mary Is a Box Office Hit
Released on March 19th, Project Hail Mary quickly became a major hit in 2026. Both critics and audiences loved the film, and it went on to become Amazon’s highest-grossing release of all time.
The sci-fi film has earned over $510 million in less than a week, exceeding the $500 million mark and nearing profitability. With a production budget of $200 million and significant marketing costs, strong reviews could propel it to become one of the highest-grossing films of 2026.
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