All about the project

For the theatrical release of THE ASTRONAUT – PROJECT HAIL MARY on March 19, 2026, we implemented an attention-grabbing campaign in collaboration with Sony Pictures, BRESSER as brand partner, and a high-reach media partnership with COMPUTER BILD. The goal was to create strong visibility ahead of and during the release while targeting tech- and science-affine audiences.

Customer:

Sony Pictures
BRESSER

Task:

Initiation and implementation of 3rd party promotions for the theatrical release

Movie title:

THE ASTRONAUT – PROJECT HAIL MARY

Campaign period:

February/March 2026

Successful Release with Strong Audience Response

The campaign accompanied the successful theatrical launch of THE ASTRONAUT – PROJECT HAIL MARY, which quickly established itself as a major audience draw. The film delivered a strong opening weekend worldwide and developed into one of the most successful sci-fi launches of the year. In Germany, the film also impressed with solid admissions and strong media attention.

A Cinematic Adventure Between Science and Survival

In THE ASTRONAUT – PROJECT HAIL MARY, science teacher Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) wakes up aboard a spacecraft—light-years away from Earth and with no memory of who he is or how he got there. As his memory gradually returns, he discovers the true scope of his mission: a mysterious substance is causing the sun to fade, and only he can solve the puzzle to save humanity from extinction. To succeed, he must rely on scientific expertise, unconventional thinking, and an unexpected friendship.

BRESSER as the Perfect Brand Partner

Together with BRESSER, we created an authentic connection to the film’s theme. As a specialist in optics, astronomy, and exploration, BRESSER perfectly reflects the spirit of scientific curiosity and discovery at the heart of the movie. Through targeted activations and attention-grabbing communication measures, we brought the fascination of space directly to the audience.

COMPUTER BILD Amplifies the Campaign Cross-Media

The campaign was further supported by a media partnership with COMPUTER BILD. Digital and editorial formats generated additional reach and targeted tech-savvy audiences.

The result: a powerful combination of film, technology, and discovery—creating a strong presence for THE ASTRONAUT – PROJECT HAIL MARY at its successful theatrical release. 🚀

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