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Project Hail Mary

Name: Project Hail Mary
Director: Phil Lord, Christopher Miller
Released: 2026
Duration: 157 min

Representation Score

4.5/10

Fair

2026

PG-13

Director

Phil Lord, Christopher Miller

Runtime

157 minutes

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New Showbiz Analysis

The film advances a progressive vision of global unity through science. A woman leads the task force, and the crew is racially diverse, reinforcing international cooperation. Yet the narrative lacks LGBTQ+ characters and disability representation. The central arc remains anchored to the male protagonist and his alien friendship. Supporting roles of color lack narrative depth, limiting the impact of the diverse casting. The overall score reflects strong cultural themes but notable gaps in identity representation.

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Category Breakdown

Does Project Hail Mary have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

No LGBTQ+ characters appear in the film. Relationships are either heterosexual or strictly professional, leaving queer identities absent from the narrative.

How does Project Hail Mary portray gender?

Good

A woman leads the critical task force, while the male protagonist drives the plot through intellect. Leadership is shared, yet the central journey remains male-focused.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Project Hail Mary?

Good

The crew includes actors of color in key roles, reflecting a global effort. This casting supports the film’s theme of international cooperation against extinction.

How does Project Hail Mary represent religion and culture?

Excellent

The story champions international scientific collaboration over national borders. Human survival is framed as a collective responsibility requiring shared resources and knowledge.

Does Project Hail Mary include disability representation?

Minimal

No characters with physical or mental disabilities are shown or identified. The narrative overlooks disability representation entirely.

Present on Screen

Strong female leadership in a high-stakes scientific role.
Diverse cast representing a global, collaborative mission.
Focus on intellect and problem-solving over traditional heroics.

Limited or Absent

No visible LGBTQ+ characters in the narrative.
Lack of representation for characters with disabilities.
Limited depth for supporting characters of color.

Official Synopsis

Science teacher Ryland Grace wakes up on a spaceship light years from home with no recollection of who he is or how he got there. As his memory returns, he begins to uncover his mission: solve the riddle of the mysterious substance causing the sun to die out. He must call on his scientific knowledge and unorthodox ideas to save everything on Earth from extinction.

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