Project Hail Mary to Stream on MGM Channel June 18

The science fiction blockbuster Project Hail Mary is set to make its streaming debut on Wednesday, June 18, 2026, but not on the platform many subscribers might have expected. Instead of launching on Amazon's flagship Prime Video service, the hit film will premiere exclusively on the smaller, subscription-based MGM channel, accessible for $7.99 monthly as a standalone service or as an add-on within Prime Video.

Starring Ryan Gosling and based on the novel by Andy Weir, Project Hail Mary has been a major commercial and critical success for Amazon MGM Studios since its theatrical release on March 20, 2026. The film grossed an estimated $680 million worldwide against a $200 million budget, securing its place among the top three releases of the year. Its performance shattered studio records, earning the biggest opening weekend and eventually becoming Amazon MGM's highest-grossing film ever. It also surpassed The Martian as the highest-grossing adaptation of an Andy Weir novel. Critics and audiences have praised the film, reflected in scores of 94% on the Tomatometer and 95% from audiences on Rotten Tomatoes, alongside an A CinemaScore.

The decision to debut the film on MGM, rather...