Ridley Scott's latest film, "The Dog Stars," a post-apocalyptic thriller penned by Mark L. Smith and adapted from Peter Heller's 2012 novel, is set to open in movie theaters this Friday, August 28. The film, which depicts a world ravaged by a pandemic where survivors battle for existence, stars Jacob Elordi as protagonist Hig, an ex-pilot searching for a safer place to live alongside his dog and companion Bangley, played by Josh Brolin. The ensemble cast also includes Margaret Qualley, Guy Pearce, Allison Janney, and Benedict Wong.
"The Dog Stars" is a 20th Century Studios production, a subsidiary of Disney. Consequently, the film will not be available on platforms like Netflix. While it will eventually be available for purchase or rent on digital platforms, including Amazon Prime Video, it will not be included with a standard Prime subscription as it is not a Prime original movie.
Future streaming availability is anticipated on Hulu and potentially Disney+. Given that "The Dog Stars" is rated R and Disney+ primarily targets a younger audience, it is more likely to be exclusively streamed on Hulu. The specific release date for its streaming debut has not yet been announced. However, based on the release pattern of other 20th Century Studios films, such as "Send Help," which arrived on Hulu approximately three months after its theatrical premiere and one month after its digital release, "The Dog Stars" could potentially be available for digital purchase in late October or early November 2026, with a Hulu streaming release following in late November or early December 2026. This timeline remains speculative, and for immediate viewing, audiences are directed to theaters.