The Science of Interstellar (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 6.8
Released in 2014, The Science of Interstellar is a documentary film directed by Gail Willumsen, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Matthew McConaughey narrates a fascinating look at Christopher Nolan's sci-fi film Interstellar, including scientific foundations, the work of consulting Scientist Kip Thorne, basic film themes, the science behind the search for planets capable of hosting life, space-time and the theory of relativity, the science of wormholes and black holes, crafting the film's visuals based on real scientific observation, the birth of the universe, the Dust Bowl and the evolution of dust as a toxin, the likelihood of future dust storms, the prospects of escaping a dying or doomed planet, and the possibilities of colonizing Mars.
Who’s in it. The Science of Interstellar stars Matthew McConaughey as Narrator (voice), Kip Thorne as Self, Christopher Nolan as Self and Sean Carroll as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.8/10, The Science of Interstellar has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Science of Interstellar page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Science of Interstellar tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Science of Interstellar (2014)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Science of Interstellar change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Science of Interstellar worth watching?
- The Science of Interstellar holds an audience score of 6.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Science of Interstellar?
- The Science of Interstellar stars Matthew McConaughey, Kip Thorne, Christopher Nolan, Sean Carroll and Jonathan Nolan.
- When was The Science of Interstellar released?
- The Science of Interstellar was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.