The Dog Stars Trailer Out: Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin & Margaret Qualley Search For Hope In Ridley Scott's Film

20th Century Studios has unveiled the final trailer for acclaimed filmmaker Ridley Scott's The Dog Stars, a gripping cinematic thriller set in a haunting post-apocalyptic world where survival is instinct, but humanity remains a choice. The film will be released exclusively in theatres across India on 28th August 2026.

Based on Peter Heller's captivating bestseller, 'The Dog Stars' features a critically acclaimed ensemble, including Jacob Elordi, Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, Allison Janney, Benedict Wong, and Guy Pearce. The screenplay is by Mark L. Smith, based upon the novel by Peter Heller, and the producers are Ridley Scott, p.g.a., Michael Pruss, p.g.a., Mark L. Smith, and Cliff Roberts, p.g.a., with Lily Brooks-Dalton, Brandon Scott Smith, Peter Heller, Aidan Elliott serving as executive producers.

The film tells the story of Hig (Jacob Elordi), a young pilot who, together with a military survivalist, Bangley (Josh Brolin), has carved out an efficient but isolated homestead in a brutal post-apocalyptic world. But when Hig receives a mysterious radio transmission, he ventures into the unknown in search of the hope and humanity he still believes exist.

From visionary director Ridley Scott, The Dog Stars is an emotionally charged survival thriller exploring resilience, loss, and the enduring power of hope in a world pushed to its limits.

Produced by 20th Century Studios, The Dog Stars releases exclusively in Indian cinemas on 28th August 2026.