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11 stories · latest Aug 30, 2026 · TV & Film, Celebrity

The Dog Stars biography

The Dog Stars is an $80 million post-apocalyptic sci-fi thriller directed by Sir Ridley Scott and distributed by Disney and 20th Century Studios. Adapted from a popular novel, the film takes place in Denver, Colorado, a decade after a catastrophic flu pandemic devastates the United States. It stars Jacob Elordi as a lone survivor named Hig, alongside Josh Brolin as a survivalist named Bangley, and Margaret Qualley.

Recent coverage centered on the movie's high-profile world premiere in Leicester Square, London, which drew attention for red-carpet appearances and press speculation. However, the film faced harsh critical reviews targeting its dull pacing before suffering a box office disaster, debuting to just $8 million domestically across 3,330 locations and finishing in fifth place.

  • Media coverage around The Dog Stars shifted rapidly from initial red-carpet premiere glamour and celebrity buzz to critical panning and financial performance tracking.
  • Early attention focused heavily on star appearances and personal headlines during the London premiere, including casting rumors and fashion choices.
  • However, reporting quickly pivoted toward the film's negative critical reception and its $8 million domestic box office flop against an $80 million budget.

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  1. Barefoot and Ringless! Margaret Qualley Steps Out Post-Jack Antonoff Split

    Aug 20, 2026

    Margaret Qualley makes her first red carpet appearance following her split from Jack Antonoff at The Dog Stars premiere in London.

    Barefoot and Ringless! Margaret Qualley Steps Out Post-Jack Antonoff Split
  2. Jacob Elordi Smoothly Sidesteps James Bond Casting Questions at 'The Dog Stars' Premiere

    Aug 21, 2026

    Jacob Elordi attends the London world premiere of The Dog Stars in Leicester Square while deflecting James Bond casting rumors.

    Jacob Elordi Smoothly Sidesteps James Bond Casting Questions at 'The Dog Stars' Premiere
  3. Jacob Elordi's New Ridley Scott Movie 'The Dog Stars' Trashed as a Boring Apocalyptic Flop

    Aug 26, 2026

    Critics trash The Dog Stars as a boring post-apocalyptic entry, panning its slow pacing and product placement.

    Jacob Elordi's New Ridley Scott Movie 'The Dog Stars' Trashed as a Boring Apocalyptic Flop
  4. Jacob Elordi Opens Up About Existential Epiphany While Filming Ridley Scott's New Movie

    Aug 27, 2026

    Actor Jacob Elordi reflects on how the intense post-apocalyptic themes of The Dog Stars sparked a deep existential epiphany during filming.

    Jacob Elordi Opens Up About Existential Epiphany While Filming Ridley Scott's New Movie
  5. Box Office Disaster: 'The Dog Stars' Bombs With Brutal $8 Million Debut

    Aug 30, 2026

    The Dog Stars opens to a disappointing $8 million domestically across 3,330 locations, landing in fifth place at the box office.

    Box Office Disaster: 'The Dog Stars' Bombs With Brutal $8 Million Debut

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Box Office Disaster: 'The Dog Stars' Bombs With Brutal $8 Million Debut
Image caption, Jacob Elordi plays former mechanic and civilian pilot in post-apocalyptic thriller The Dog Stars
Image caption, The Dog Stars of has its own canine star - German shepherd Jasper, who plays the companion of Elordi's character Hig
Image caption, The film features a star-studded cast, including Golden Globe nominee Margaret Qualley, who is pictured alongside Elordi
Image caption, Guy Pearce stars as another pandemic survivor, Pops, a former Navy Seal and father of Qualley's character Cima
Jacob Elordi's New Ridley Scott Movie 'The Dog Stars' Trashed as a Boring Apocalyptic Flop
Critics Tear Into Ridley Scott’s New Movie ‘The Dog Stars’ After Streak of Flops
Elordi’s Hig lives with Bangley (Josh Brolin) in the Colorado wilderness. 20th Century Studios
On his journey, Hig meets Cima (Margaret Qualley). 20th Century Studios
“The Dog Stars” isn’t Ridley Scott’s worst movie, but he’s lost his touch. 20th Century Studios
Jacob Elordi Smoothly Sidesteps James Bond Casting Questions at 'The Dog Stars' Premiere
Barefoot and Ringless! Margaret Qualley Steps Out Post-Jack Antonoff Split
Lottie Moss Goes Wild in Plunging Leopard Unitard at London Premiere
Margaret Qualley Debuts Chanel’s Bizarre Barefoot Sandals on the Red Carpet

The Dog Stars: your questions

What is The Dog Stars about?

The film is set in Denver, Colorado, roughly ten years after a deadly flu pandemic wipes out most of the U.S. population. It follows a survivor named Hig who flies a small Cessna aircraft alongside his dog Jasper and a survivalist named Bangley.

Who stars in The Dog Stars?

The film stars Jacob Elordi as Hig and Josh Brolin as Bangley, alongside Margaret Qualley.

Who directed The Dog Stars?

The movie was directed by veteran filmmaker Sir Ridley Scott.

How much did The Dog Stars make at the box office?

The film debuted to a dismal $8 million domestically across 3,330 theater locations, placing fifth at the box office against its $80 million budget.

Is The Dog Stars based on a book?

Yes, the feature film is adapted from a popular novel about a grueling dystopian reality.

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