The Martian

The Martian is an American science-fiction film based on the novel of the same name by Andy Weir. Directed by Ridley Scott from a screenplay written by Drew Goddard, the film stars Matt Damon, Jessica Chastain, Kristen Wiig, Kate Mara, Michael Peña, Jeff Daniels, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Donald Glover. The Martian is currently is scheduled for North American theatrical release in 3D on November 25, 2015.

Plot
During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney (Matt Damon) is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive. Millions of miles away, NASA and a team of international scientists work tirelessly to bring “the Martian” home, while his crewmates concurrently plot a daring, if not impossible rescue mission. As these stories of incredible bravery unfold, the world comes together to root for Watney’s safe return. Based on a best-selling novel, and helmed by master director Ridley Scott, THE MARTIAN features a star studded cast that includes Jessica Chastain, Kristen Wiig, Kate Mara, Michael Peña, Jeff Daniels, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Donald Glover.

Cast

 * Matt Damon as Mark Watney
 * Jessica Chastain as Melissa Lewis
 * Kristen Wiig as Annie Montrose
 * Jeff Daniels as Teddy Sanders
 * Michael Peña as Major Rick Martinez
 * Kate Mara as Beth Johanssen
 * Sean Bean as Mitch Henderson
 * Sebastian Stan as Dr. Chris Beck
 * Donald Glover as Rich Purnell
 * Chiwetel Ejiofor as Venkat Kapoor
 * Naomi Scott as Ryoko
 * Aksel Hennie as Alex Vogel
 * Mackenzie Davis as Mindy Park
 * Lili Bordán as Blair
 * Nick Mohammed as Tim Grimes