Ridley Scott has released the second official trailer for the sci-fi dystopian film *The Dog Stars* online this week [1, 2].
The release provides a first detailed look at the film's post-apocalyptic setting and primary cast, signaling the start of the major marketing push for the production. As a high-profile adaptation directed by Scott, the project represents a significant entry into the summer movie slate for 20th Century Studios.
The film features Jacob Elordi in the lead role as Hig, alongside Josh Brolin and Margaret Qualley [1, 3]. The trailer showcases a world ravaged by collapse, emphasizing the survivalist themes central to the narrative [4, 5].
20th Century Studios, operating under Disney, will distribute the film in the U.S. [4, 6]. The studio has scheduled the U.S. theatrical release for Aug. 28, 2026 [1, 2].
This second trailer follows the initial promotional wave and focuses on the interpersonal dynamics between the lead characters amid the dystopian landscape [1, 3]. The production marks another collaboration for Scott in the science fiction genre, utilizing the star power of Elordi and Brolin to attract a wide theatrical audience [3, 5].
Industry observers said that the timing of the trailer release in early June 2026 [1] is designed to build momentum ahead of the late-August premiere. The film aims to capture the dystopian trend in cinema while leveraging Scott's reputation for visual scale and world-building [4, 6].
“Ridley Scott has released the second official trailer for the sci-fi dystopian film The Dog Stars.”
The release of a second trailer typically indicates that a studio is confident in the final cut and is moving into the peak phase of its promotional cycle. By casting rising stars like Jacob Elordi alongside established actors like Josh Brolin, 20th Century Studios is attempting to bridge the gap between younger audiences and traditional cinema-goers for this high-budget dystopian project.
