Director Ridley Scott has released the final trailer and a "Meet the Survivors" featurette for his upcoming film, The Dog Stars [1], [2].
The release marks the final promotional push for the adaptation of Peter Heller's novel, positioning the film as a major late-summer theatrical event. By introducing the primary characters through a featurette, the studio aims to build audience anticipation for the story's post-apocalyptic setting.
The film features Jacob Elordi as Hig and Josh Brolin as Bangley [1], [3]. The footage highlights the tension of a world where civilization has collapsed, emphasizing the danger posed by other humans in the wasteland. One promotional tagline notes, "The only thing left to fear? Survivors" [2].
Ridley Scott directed the project, which focuses on the struggle for existence after a global catastrophe. The promotional material suggests a bleak atmosphere, with one source saying, "It's no surprise how fast civilization can disappear" [4].
The Dog Stars is scheduled for a worldwide theatrical release on Aug. 28, 2026 [1], [2], [5]. The film also stars Margaret Qualley [2].
Industry reports describe the new video as both a character introduction and a final trailer [1], [2]. The production seeks to translate Heller's literary themes of isolation, and survival into a visual experience for the big screen [3], [6].
“"The only thing left to fear? Survivors."”
The release of the final trailer indicates that the production has entered the critical window for generating box-office momentum. By casting established stars like Elordi and Brolin under Ridley Scott's direction, the film attempts to blend high-concept science fiction with character-driven drama to attract a wide theatrical audience during the competitive August release window.
