Laika (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2021, Laika is an action, drama and horror film directed by Adam Fair, running about 9 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1957, Moscow sent a stray dog into space on Sputnik 2. She became the first living being to orbit the earth. She never returned. Her name was Laika. This inspired short begins with a catastrophe aboard an international space station that sends a lone Russian astronaut fleeing in an escape ship. Isolated and barreling through space in a half-mad state, he encounters… British Director Adam Fair has come up with a brilliant concept for a space-set horror film. One that thrills and surprises while also educating a new audience about Laika’s tragic story, tapping into energies of national guilt over her fate.
Who’s in it. Laika stars Anton Saunders as Commander Oleg, Róisín Monaghan as Mission Controller and Alexander Kaczmarek as Young Oleg.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Laika sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Laika page.
If you liked it. Fans of Laika tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Laika (2021)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Laika change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Laika worth watching?
- Laika holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy action, drama and horror. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Laika?
- Laika stars Anton Saunders, Róisín Monaghan and Alexander Kaczmarek.
- When was Laika released?
- Laika was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 9 minutes.