The Astronaut
2023, French. Directed by Nicolas Giraud.
An aeronautical engineer at Ariane Espace, Jim has devoted himself for years to a secret project: building his own rocket and accomplishing the first manned space flight as an amateur. But to realize his dream, he must learn to share it.
- Runtime
- 1h 50m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- French
- Rated
- Check local
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7.1/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Nicolas GiraudDirector
- Nicolas GiraudJim Desforges
- Mathieu KassovitzAlexandre Ribbot
- Hélène VincentOdette Desforges, Jim's grandmother
- Hippolyte GirardotMonsieur Dominique, Jim's superior at Arianespace
- Bruno LochetAndré Lavelle
- Ayumi RouxIzumi Sayako
- Carole TrevouxSylvie Desforges, Jim's mother
- Féodor AtkineHector Fernbach, mathematician
- Jean-Henri CompèreGérard Desforges, Jim's father
- Anne CharrierEva Veredia, Arianespace's security manager
- Jérémie RenierMuller, captain of the DGSI
- Philippe HagègeSwimming pool guard
Details
- Released
- 15 February 2023
- Original title
- L'Astronaute
- Country
- Belgium, France
- Written by
- Nicolas Giraud, Stéphane Cabel
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The Astronaut: quick answers
Is The Astronaut worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 86 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Astronaut?
The Astronaut runs 110 minutes (1h 50m).
Does The Astronaut have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Astronaut. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Astronaut parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
No age rating is listed for The Astronaut yet.
Which OTT platform is The Astronaut on?
The Astronaut isn’t streaming on any OTT platform in India yet; it released on 15 February 2023. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Astronaut?
If you liked The Astronaut, try Whatever It Takes, SubUrbia, Alice and the Mayor.
Who directed The Astronaut?
The Astronaut (2023) was directed by Nicolas Giraud and stars Nicolas Giraud, Mathieu Kassovitz, Hélène Vincent.