Spaceman: Adam Sandler’s cosmic scifi dramedy strikes Netflix (trailer).

Buckle up and prepare for a journey to the stars with Netflix’s latest sci-fi drama, Spaceman. This isn’t your average space odyssey; think of it as interstellar therapy with a twist of cosmic dust. Perfect for the pages of SFcrowsnest, this film promises to tickle your extraterrestrial fancy.

Directed by Johan Renck and penned by Colby Day, Spaceman is a screen adaptation of the 2017 novel Spaceman of Bohemia by Jaroslav Kalfař. The star-studded cast orbits around Adam Sandler, who plays Jakub, an astronaut with more on his mind than just space exploration. Joined by Paul Dano, Carey Mulligan, Kunal Nayyar, and Isabella Rossellini, this crew is set to take us on a journey that’s out of this world.

Here’s the scoop: Jakub, played by Sandler, is sent to the edge of the galaxy on a mission to collect ancient space dust. But let’s face it, when you’re floating in the vast expanse of space, earthly problems seem light-years away, right? Wrong. Jakub’s life back home is unraveling faster than the fabric of space-time. Enter Hanuš, an extraterrestrial spider voiced by Paul Dano, who becomes Jakub’s unexpected space therapist. Together, they try to weave Jakub’s life back together, one cosmic strand at a time. Spaceman is not just about interstellar companionship; it’s a tale of love, loss, and the quest to fix a marriage that might be drifting away like a lost asteroid. Carey Mulligan shines as Lenka, Jakub’s pregnant wife, who’s dealing with her own terrestrial turmoil. The cast also includes Kunal Nayyar as Peter, the tech wizard, and Isabella Rossellini as Commissioner Tuma, steering the ship with a firm hand.

Filmed across the cosmic landscapes of New York City and the Czech Republic, the movie promises to be a visual treat. After all, what’s a space drama without some stunning cosmic vistas? Spaceman had its genesis in October 2020 when Netflix announced the adaptation, and it’s been a stellar ride since. Spaceman lands on your screens on March 1, 2024. Remember, in space, no one can hear you chuckle.