The Dog Stars is now in theaters, but viewers who want to watch it at home may have to wait a little longer. The post-apocalyptic movie is expected to make its way to digital platforms before its eventual streaming release. Here is what is currently known about when audiences can expect to watch The Dog Stars at home.
When could The Dog Stars get its digital release date?
The Dog Stars could potentially arrive on digital platforms between 31 and 45 days after its theatrical release, depending on how the film performs at the box office. Based on that window, its retail digital release could fall around early to mid-October 2026. However, there is currently no official confirmation of a digital release date.
The film is directed by Ridley Scott and written by Mark L. Smith. It was released theatrically in the United States by 20th Century Studios on August 28, 2026. Movies from the 20th Century and Disney typically take longer to transition from theaters to digital platforms.
When will The Dog Stars get its streaming release date?
The Dog Stars could have a longer wait before making its way to streaming. Based on the typical 90-day window for Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ releases, the film could become available to audiences in the U.S. by late November or sometime in December 2026. However, no official streaming date has been confirmed at this time.
The film follows Hig, a pilot who survives a virus that has wiped out most of humanity. But he loses his wife and everyone he knew. He lives with his dog in an abandoned airport hangar, while his only neighbor is a former Marine named Bangley. Hig spends some of his time flying his 1956 Cessna and fishing, but his routine changes when he picks up a mysterious radio transmission.
Believing the signal could lead to a better place, Hig decides to fly toward Grand Junction. The cast includes Jacob Elordi as Hig, Josh Brolin as Bangley, Margaret Qualley as Cima, Allison Janney as Darlene, and Benedict Wong as Aaron, among others.