'Did not expect that': 'Top tier' Scarlett Johansson praised as 'Fly Me to the Moon' surprises moviegoers
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Set against the backdrop of Apollo 11's launch, 'Fly Me to the Moon' transports viewers on an exciting adventure of a romance between two individuals.
Directed by Greg Berlanti, the film centers on Kelly Jones (Scarlett Johansson), a sharp-witted marketing professional tasked with preparing a backup fake lunar landing in case the actual Apollo 11 mission fails.
As Kelly battles with the launch of Apollo 11, she meets Cole Davis (Channing Tatum), the launch director, and sparks begin to fly between them.
Together, they navigate the pressures of the space race, the complexity of their budding relationship, and the potential ramifications of a staged moon landing.
Fans shower love on 'Fly Me to the Moon'

As soon as the movie hit the streaming platform, fans flocked to X to show their love and appreciation for the film.
A fan shared their opinion, stating, "Fly me to the moon is an excellent dramedy I've been looking for for a while. Enjoyed every second of it and I rank it on the top tier in my Scarlett Johansson movie ranking. Definitely watch it again."
Fly me to the moon is an excellent dramedy I've been looking for for a while. Enjoyed every second of it and I rank it on the top tier in my Scarlett Johansson movie ranking. Definitely watch it again.
— Rion Iwasaki (@RionRion55) July 13, 2024
One fan wrote, "Watched fly me to the moon . . . actually a really nice shoutout to the space community? I did not expect that at all."
Watched fly me to the moon
— Jason (@JL7612) July 13, 2024
. . . actually a really nice shoutout to the space community? I did not expect that at all.
Another added, "Fly Me to the Moon was actually really good, f**k what the critics have to say." "Fly Me to the Moon was actually good," said another fan.
Fly Me to the Moon was actually really good, fuck what the critics have to say
— General Admission (@dome_homers) July 13, 2024
Fly Me to the Moon was actually good... pic.twitter.com/x29Oio0Vnk
— JeRsEyFeMmE (@JeRsEyFeMmE22) July 13, 2024
A fan urged others to watch the movie, saying, "Go see Fly Me To The Moon! A similar looking cat makes an appearance with a fantastic name that you’ll love!"
Go see Fly Me To The Moon! A similar looking cat makes an appearance with a fantastic name that you’ll love!
— The Poet (@PoetOnTheLake) July 13, 2024
"Fly Me To The Moon” Must see in the theater!! Excellent in every way," wrote another fan.
❤️❤️”Fly Me To The Moon” ❤️❤️
— NYMartha (@NYMartha) July 13, 2024
Must see in the theater!!
Excellent in every way!
🚀🌖
Internet is in love with Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum
Fans are also impressed by the acting prowess of Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum, sharing their opinions on their performances in the movie.
An elated fan shared, "Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum are totally delightful in FLY ME TO THE MOON. And the movie is just good enough to make you wish it were better."
Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum are totally delightful in FLY ME TO THE MOON. And the movie is just good enough to make you wish it were better. https://t.co/0DlV6YP0Zs
— Bilge Ebiri (@BilgeEbiri) July 12, 2024
"Watching Fly Me to the moon today for the plot. the plot: Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum," said one fan.
watching fly me to the moon today for the plot. the plot: scarlett johansson and channing tatum.
— ميثاء (@TheMaitha) July 12, 2024
Another wrote, "Fly Me to the Moon is a sparkling rom com and has real old school sophistication and wit. It is gorgeous to look at and the backdrop of the moon landing works a treat. Wonderful film and a superb performance by Scarlett Johansson."
Fly Me to the Moon is a sparkling rom com and has real old school sophistication and wit. It is gorgeous to look at and the backdrop of the moon landing works a treat. Wonderful film and a superb performance by Scarlett Johansson. pic.twitter.com/IUVCdca5JE
— Glenn Writer ☕ (@Glenn_Writes) July 12, 2024
'Fly Me to the Moon' trailer