'ISS' (2024) air date, plot, full cast and is Prime Video's sci-fi movie worth watching
Movie name: ISS
Platform: Apple TV, Amazon Prime Video
Date of release: February 6, 2024
Country of origin: United States
Genre: Sci-fi Thriller
Run time: 95 minutes
Director: Gabriela Cowperthwaite
Full cast list: Ariana DeBose, Chris Messina, John Gallagher Jr., Masha Mashkova, Costa Ronin, and Pilou Asbaek.
'ISS' is an American sci-fi thriller film featuring Ariana DeBose, Chris Messina, and John Gallagher Jr in leading roles. It is helmed by Gabriela Cowperthwaite, an American filmmaker best known for 'Blackfish' (2013) which garnered her a BAFTA nomination for Best Documentary.
'ISS' premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in 2023 followed by a theatrical release in the United States on January 19, 2024. The much-anticipated film is all set to arrive on Apple TV and Prime Video on Tuesday, February 6, 2024.
What is the plot of 'ISS'?
The story of 'ISS' takes place in the International Space Station, a confined setting far from Earth. From up and above, the crew notices several massive nuclear explosions wreaking havoc across the United States.
Commander Gordon Barrett gets a message from the US government indicating that the Russian military has launched a nuclear attack on the US. He is then ordered to take control of ISS 'by any means'. However, it seems that the Russians at the ISS have received the same order from their government.
While the tension arises, the station finds itself in danger of falling towards Earth's surface if aid does not arrive within 24 hours. The failing technology and shifting of loyalties build the thrill as they struggle to stay alive while the world is at war.
The official synopsis reads, "Tensions flare in the near future aboard the International Space Station as a worldwide conflict breaks out on Earth. Reeling, the US and Russian astronauts aboard each receive orders from the ground: take control of the station by any means necessary."
'ISS' main cast
Ariana DeBose
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Actress Ariana DeBose, 33, plays the central character of Dr Kira Foster in Gabriela Cowperthwaite's directorial.
She is the recipient of an Academy Award, a British Academy Film Award, and a Golden Globe Award. She made her TV debut in 2009 in 'So You Think You Can Dance'. Her notable projects include 'The Prom' (2020), ‘West Side Story' (2021) and 'Schmigadoon' (2021–2023).
Chris Messina
Chris Messina is an American actor and filmmaker best known for starring as Danny Castellano in the popular series 'The Mindy Project' (2012–2017). He has also appeared in films such as ‘Birds of Prey’ (2020), 'I Care a Lot' (2020) and 'The Boogeyman (2023).
He is essaying the role of Gordon Barrett in 'ISS.'
John Gallagher Jr
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John Gallagher Jr, 39, rose to fame with the role of Moritz Stiefel in the 2006 rock musical 'Spring Awakening'. He has received several accolades in the field of acting and music.
He was most recently seen in the 2022 horror film 'Abandoned'. In 'ISS', he'll appear in the pivotal role of Christian Campbell.
Other notable cast members include Masha Mashkova, Costa Ronin, and Pilou Asbaek.
Is 'ISS' worth watching?
'ISS' appears to be a nail-biting thriller that would keep us on the edge of our seats. The film opened to mixed reviews when it was released in theatres. We can expect it to perform fairly well on OTT platforms.
'ISS' trailer