Spaceman

Jakub Prochazka is not your regular everyday astronaut. Raised by his grandparents in the rural Czech Republic, Jakub pursues a career as a scientist before becoming the first Czech astronaut in history. When he is sent on a mysterious mission to Venus, Jakub shoots away from his life on Earth, leaving behind his wife Lenka. At the frontier of all human knowledge and in the pursuit of ancient dust, Jakub encounters a curious creature with whom he begins a dialogue. In the vastness of space, Jakub and his companion muse philosophical on the meaning of love, life, and death.

What to know

Spaceman is an upcoming science fiction drama movie produced by Free Association and Tango Entertainment. The film is directed by Swedish film and music video director Johan Renck. Renck is known for directing the HBO mini-series Chernobyl for which he was the recipient of both a Primetime Emmy Award and a BAFTA. Spaceman is based on the novel Spaceman of Bohemia written by Jaroslav Kalfar. The adapted screenplay is written by Colby Day and the music is handled by German-British composer Max Richter.

Leading the cast in the role of Jakub Prochazka is American actor, comedian and producer Adam Sandler. He is joined by multi-award-winning English actress Carey Mulligan in the role of Lenka. The cast is rounded out by Paul Dano, Kunal Nayyar and Isabella Rossellini.

Where to stream

Spaceman is set to be released exclusively on Netflix. It will be released in Fall of 2023.

Production: Timeline, news & updates

• October 26, 2020: Netflix is confirmed to be adapting Spaceman of Bohemia, with Adam Sandler to star and Johan Renck to direct. (Source: Deadline)
• April 15, 2021: Carey Mulligan joins the cast of the film which is retitled as Spaceman. (Source: Deadline)
• April 19, 2021: Paul Dano and Kunal Nayyer are added to the cast. (Source: Deadline)
• January 18, 2023: Spaceman is confirmed as part of the Netflix yearly slate 2023. (Source: Netflix)