When the Sun Dies (2021): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2021, When the Sun Dies is a science fiction film directed by Joseph McGee. “Save your son or save the world?” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. In the year 2050; a group of scientists left a capsule in a secret bunker to be found containing information on how to prevent the sun from dying based on technology techniques in the century they lived among. This was code-named, "Project Sun," and was found in 2091 by former NASA Engineer named Eugene Patterson. Shortly after 2050 a meteoroid struck Earth and eliminated 70% of its population. It is now controlled by a group of outlaws who have banished any intelligent work to commence on the planet Earth. Eugene Patterson has been in hiding since 2050 a former NASA engineer in attempt to find a solution to the world's problem; what happens when the sun dies? In the midst of finding answers; he's also attempting to find a cure for his dying son Earl who has a rare chromosome disease. Eugene will be put to the ultimate test while confronting the outlaws and making the ultimate decision. Do I save my son or do I save what's left of the world?

Who’s in it. When the Sun Dies stars Tommy Fury as Damian, Joseph McGee as TBD, Mario Carneiro as Eugene Patterson and Jeffrey M. Rossman as Tom.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch When the Sun Dies page.

If you liked it. Fans of When the Sun Dies tend to enjoy Inception, Interstellar, The Empire Strikes Back and Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse.