As an astrophysicist, my world revolves around the wonders of space and the mysteries of the universe. This means I can be a tough critic of science fiction books and films that explore these topics.

However, the duo finally returned to the director’s chair(s) with “Project Hail Mary,” released this past weekend, and thank God they’re back: The film sees their trademark wit and warmth infused into a delightful sci-fi adventure through the cosmos.

The actor stars in a soaring, witty space epic, based on the novel by Andy Weir, about a man on a last-ditch mission to protect the sun from a microscopic but urgent threat.

Andy Weir discusses his science-fueled novel “Project Hail Mary,” which has been adapted into a film that opens in theaters on Friday.

Phil Lord and Chris Miller asked astronomer Neil DeGrasse Tyson if their sci-fi movie Project Hail Mary was scientifically accurate.

The film adaptation of Andy Weir's novel is a gripping, often hilarious, tour de force through space, and a beautiful story of friendship against all odds.

Ahead of the film adaptation’s release, Weir talked to Popular Mechanics about creating accurate sci-fi tech, protagonist Ryland Grace, and more.