It seems like every A-lister wants to be involved in Ridley Scott's upcoming film, The Dog Stars. First, Paul Mescal was due to lead the post-apocalyptic thriller — his second project with Scott after Gladiator II — according to Variety, the actor ran into scheduling issues, thanks to his role in the Beatles biopic. But fellow internet boyfriend Elordi reportedly came to the rescue, and is now leading the film adaptation of Peter Heller’s cult-favourite novel.
But it doesn't stop there. The official cast is now reportedly in final negotiations and, let's just say, there's some serious star power. Here's everything we know about The Dog Stars so far...
Who is in the cast?
Set to join Elordi is Margaret Qualley, Josh Brolin, and Guy Pearce, who Variety reports are all in final talks for their roles. Qualley will reportedly play Cima, a young doctor and daughter of a world-weary rancher, to be played by Pearce. Brolin will play an ex-Marine, while Elordi will play Hig, a pilot.
What is the film about?
The plot? Think of it as a buddy cop film crossed with a post-pandemic dystopia. Elordi is set to play a loner pilot holed up on a desolate Colorado airbase with his trusty dog and a grizzled ex-Marine who’s more Rambo than rescue. Set in a near future where a mysterious pandemic has wiped out most of the U.S. population, the odd couple has to figure out how to coexist while fighting off intruders.
Just as they settle into their new normal, a faint radio signal crackles through the pilot’s 1956 Cessna. It’s a glimmer of hope, suggesting that life beyond their bleak bubble might actually exist. With nothing left to lose, our daring protagonist takes a leap of faith and soars past the point of no return.
When will the film be released?
While there’s no official release date yet, The Dog Stars already has us bracing for an epic mix of survival drama, bleak humour, and maybe a dog that steals the show. We'll keep you posted as we hear more.
