The Astronaut

"The Astronaut" is a 2025 American science fiction horror film that delves into the unsettling aftermath of a space mission. Directed by Jess Varley, the film stars Kate Mara as Sam Walker, an astronaut who, after returning from her first mission, is placed under NASA's care in a high-security facility for rehabilitation and medical testing. However, as disturbing occurrences begin to unfold around the property, Sam becomes increasingly convinced that an extraterrestrial entity has followed her back to Earth. The film also features Laurence Fishburne as General William Harris and Gabriel Luna as Mark. Premiering at the SXSW Film & TV Festival in March 2025, "The Astronaut" offers a chilling exploration of paranoia and the unknown, keeping audiences on the edge of their seats.