Don't Look Up

Name: Don't Look Up
Genre: Comedy, Science Fiction, Drama
Released: 2021-12-08
Cast: Leonardo DiCaprio, Jennifer Lawrence, Meryl Streep, Cate Blanchett, Rob Morgan

2021 | 138 min | Comedy, Science Fiction, Drama

Saturday Special

Why it’s a Saturday Special

People are still talking about it and it drew serious awards attention, despite a box office loss. A strong pick for the weekend.

Our take: A star-packed satire about ignoring a world-ending threat. A huge streaming hit that critics and viewers split on.

Based on critics, audiences, awards, box office and buzz. Details below.

Is it for you?

Who'll love it: Made for anyone who wants a laugh and sci-fi fans. If you loved Bugonia, start here.
The mood: Provocative satire that goes after everyone.
The pace: Takes its time with its characters, at 2 hr 18 min.
What might put you off: Rated R: meant for adults.

Two astronomers go on a media tour to warn humankind of a planet-killing comet hurtling toward Earth. The response from a distracted world: Meh.

How it earned its rating

CriticsSolid
78% on Rotten Tomatoes
AudiencesSolid
7.0 out of 10
AwardsStrong
Nominated for 4 Oscars and 3 Golden Globes.
Box office & staying powerBelow par
$792K worldwide on a $75 million budget; spent 8 weeks in Netflix's global Top 10; still draws a steady audience long after release
Buzz & cultural impactVery strong
About 1.1 million people sought it out in the past year