Ridley Scott's New Action Sci-Fi Thriller Fiercely Divides Critics in First Reactions
Critics are divided over Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic film The Dog Stars following its August 28 release. While the movie has disappointed some reviewers on Rotten Tomatoes, its debut triggered a 268.5% increase in checkouts for the source novel. Scott continues to build a sci-fi presence with the upcoming Blade Runner 2099 and a confirmed Alien: Covenant sequel. Additionally, Noah Hawley's FX series Alien: Earth is currently in production for a second season, and the original Alien film returns to Netflix on September 1.
What changed
Production has begun on season 2 of the FX series Alien: Earth.
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Ridley Scott's The Dog Stars Debuts to Polarized Critical Reception
Critics are divided over Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic film The Dog Stars following its August 28 release. While the movie has disappointed some reviewers on Rotten Tomatoes, its debut triggered a 268.5% increase in checkouts for the source novel. Scott continues to build a sci-fi presence with the upcoming Blade Runner 2099 and a confirmed Alien: Covenant sequel. Additionally, Noah Hawley's FX series Alien: Earth is currently in production for a second season, and the original Alien film returns to Netflix on September 1.
Why it matters
Scott has directed 30 movies throughout his career, with his science fiction work often cited as his most impactful. This current output coincides with a broader revival of his sci-fi properties across streaming and cinema.
What is confirmed
- Ridley Scott has directed 30 movies.
- The Dog Stars was released on August 28.
- The Dog Stars debut led to a 268.5% increase in checkouts for the original book.
- The original Alien movie returns to Netflix on September 1.
Still unconfirmed
- Ridley Scott is producing a sequel to Alien: Covenant.
- Blade Runner 2099 is in development.
- Raised by Wolves is trending on Apple TV.
What to watch next
- Official critical score updates for The Dog Stars on Rotten Tomatoes
- Release date for Blade Runner 2099
- Production updates for Alien: Earth Season 2
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- www.hollywoodreporter.com — All 30 Ridley Scott Movies, Ranked From Worst to Best
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- editorial.rottentomatoes.com — 10 Essential Ridley Scott Movies Everyone Should See
- www.yahoo.com — All 6 Ridley Scott Sci-Fi Movies, Ranked From Worst To Best
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The Dog Stars debuts to critical disappointment as Ridley Scott expands sci-fi slate
Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic film The Dog Stars has disappointed critics on Rotten Tomatoes upon its August 28 release. While the film's debut drove a 268.5% increase in checkouts for the original book, early reactions remain polarized. Simultaneously, Scott is expanding his sci-fi portfolio with a confirmed sequel to Alien: Covenant and the upcoming Blade Runner 2099. His older works continue to see streaming success, including a trending revival of Raised by Wolves on Apple TV and the return of the original Alien to Netflix on September 1.
Why it matters
Scott has frequently blended horror and science fiction across several franchises. The current mixed reception of The Dog Stars contrasts with the high popularity of his recent streaming series.
What is confirmed
- The Dog Stars has disappointed critics on Rotten Tomatoes.
- The original Alien film returns to Netflix on September 1.
- Ridley Scott is working on a sequel to Alien: Covenant.
- Blade Runner 2099 is the next installment in the Blade Runner franchise.
Still unconfirmed
- Raised by Wolves is trending online on Apple TV.
- Ridley Scott's unnamed sci-fi series is one of the most popular shows on Earth.
What to watch next
- Official Rotten Tomatoes percentage score for The Dog Stars
- Release date for the Alien: Covenant sequel
- Production timeline for Blade Runner 2099
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- collider.com — Ridley Scott’s 10/10 Sci-Fi Series Is Officially One of the Most Popular Shows on Earth
- www.polygon.com — Ridley Scott confirms an unexpected Alien sequel is on the way
- collider.com — Apple TV Officially Brings Ridley Scott’s 2-Part Sci-Fi Masterpiece Back to Life
- www.indiewire.com — Ridley Scott Reveals Lost ‘Blade Runner’ Script Idea That Proved Too Complicated, and Why Harrison Ford ‘Didn’t Get’ the Movie
- www.polygon.com — Ridley’s Scott’s sci-fi horror masterpiece is coming back to Netflix on September 1
- collider.com — 'Blade Runner' Sequel With Harrison Ford Officially Gets Status Update
- collider.com — Ridley Scott’s “Clunky” Sci-Fi Epic Is Officially One of the Filmmaker’s Worst
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Critics Divided Over Ridley Scott's Sci-Fi Thriller The Dog Stars
Ridley Scott's post-apocalyptic action sci-fi thriller The Dog Stars has polarized critics in first reactions ahead of its August 28 release. The film features Josh Brolin, Guy Pearce, and Jacob Elordi, with the latter sharing scenes with a canine co-star named Rak. While some reactions are negative, the film's upcoming debut has triggered a 268.5% surge in checkouts for the original book. Scott has emphasized that optimism is essential to the narrative of the film.
Why it matters
The project marks Scott's return to the science fiction genre. It arrives as part of a competitive window where it will face off against another blockbuster titled The Whisper Man.
What is confirmed
- The Dog Stars is a post-apocalyptic action sci-fi thriller directed by Ridley Scott.
- The film is scheduled for release on August 28.
- Josh Brolin and Guy Pearce are in the cast of The Dog Stars.
- Initial reactions from critics to the film are sharply divided.
Still unconfirmed
- The Dog Stars is one of the most controversial movies of Ridley Scott's career.
- The film has been described as mediocre.
What to watch next
- Official release of the film on August 28
- Final Rotten Tomatoes score and critical consensus
- Box office performance against The Whisper Man
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- MovieWeb — Ridley Scott's New Action Sci-Fi Thriller Fiercely Divides Critics in First Reactions
- The Hollywood Reporter — Ridley Scott’s ‘The Dog Stars’: First Reactions
- Yahoo — Josh Brolin, Guy Pearce and Ridley Scott talk 'The Dog Stars'
- Vogue — Jacob Elordi Doesn’t Mind Being Mogged by His Co-Star, Rak the Dog
- Reuters — Optimism 'essential' in Ridley Scott's sci-fi thriller 'The Dog Stars'
- www.polygon.com — Ridley Scott’s new action sci-fi thriller first reactions greatly divide critics
- collider.com — Ridley Scott's New "Mediocre" Sci-Fi Action Thriller Is Officially His Most Controversial
- collider.com — Ridley Scott's New Sci-Fi Thriller Is Officially Making People Read Again
- www.polygon.com — Ridley Scott's cancelled HBO Max series is still peak sci-fi
- www.yahoo.com — Ridley Scott Warns We ‘Can’t Trust’ AI Leaders to Protect the World From Its Dangers: ‘They Don’t Give a S—t’