Find the space to connect.|Mar. 23, 2022|United States|PG-13
Genre: Comedy;Romance;Science;Fiction
Description: Moonshot is a 2022 American science-fiction romantic comedy directed by Chris Winterbauer and written by Max Taxe. The film features stars Cole Sprouse, Lana Condor, Mason Gooding, Emily Rudd, and Zach Braff. It was released on HBO Max on March 31, 2022.
The story revolves around Walt, a laid-back barista who illegally sneaks onto a space shuttle bound for Mars. Along the way, he teams up with Sophie, a determined college student traveling to Mars to reunite with her boyfriend. Together, they must navigate the challenges of the journey while avoiding detection.
Moonshot is part of a four-film collaboration between HBO Max and Berlanti-Schechter Films. Filming took place in Atlanta, Georgia, starting in June 2021. The movie blends elements of romance and comedy, set against the backdrop of space exploration.
In the film, Cole Sprouse plays Walt, who dreams of traveling to Mars, especially after his girlfriend Ginny (Emily Rudd) moves there. However, the high cost of interplanetary travel makes it impossible for him—until he meets Sophie (Lana Condor). Sophie, unaware of Walt’s intentions, agrees to help him, leading to a mix of humor, flirting, and secrets as they embark on their adventure.
The title “Moonshot” is a curious choice given the story’s focus on Mars, but the film delivers a lighthearted and entertaining tale of love and ambition in the vastness of space.
Cast director: Christopher Winterbauer
Cast actor: Cole Sprouse, Lana Condor, Mason Gooding, Emily Rudd, Zach Braff, Lukas Gage, Michelle Buteau, Christine Adams
Original name: Moonshot