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Matt Damon’s 142-Minute Sci-Fi Masterpiece Is Soaring on Prime Video
Ridley Scott’s 2015 sci-fi film *The Martian*, starring Matt Damon, has become one of Prime Video’s ten most-streamed films in the United States. The renewed interest appears linked to the success of *Project Hail Mary*, another adaptation of an Andy Weir novel, underlining continuing audience appetite for accessible space-based dramas.
*The Martian* runs for 142 minutes and adapts Weir’s 2011 novel about an astronaut stranded on Mars. It was both critically praised and commercially successful on release, earning $653 million worldwide, including $228 million in North America and $425 million internationally.
In short
- *The Martian* has entered Prime Video’s US top ten.
- Its resurgence follows *Project Hail Mary*’s success.
- The 2015 film earned $653 million worldwide.
Explained simply
The Martian is a 2015 science fiction film directed by Ridley Scott and starring Matt Damon. It follows an astronaut stranded on Mars who must use scientific knowledge and ingenuity to survive until rescue becomes possible.
Based on Andy Weir's 2011 novel, the film achieved both critical acclaim and significant commercial success, earning $653 million worldwide at release. The film was praised for its intelligent, character-driven narrative that emphasises realistic problem-solving over spectacle.
Science fiction films with a focus on practical science and human resilience have shown enduring appeal amongst audiences. As streaming platforms have reshaped how people watch films, the performance of older releases provides valuable insight into which stories continue to engage viewers.