Project Hail Mary Heads to MGM+ First, With Prime Video Coming Later

Ryan Gosling's highly anticipated sci-fi thriller Project Hail Mary is taking an unconventional streaming path. Though Amazon produced the film, it won't follow the typical route of landing directly on Prime Video after its theatrical run.

Instead, the movie will make its streaming debut on MGM+, Amazon's premium streaming service, beginning June 18 following a 90-day theatrical window. The film will transition to Prime Video at a later date.

According to industry reporting, Amazon's direct-to-Prime Video releases typically operate under a different financial structure. Movies that premiere on Prime Video immediately after theaters are usually fully financed by the platform and follow distinct monetization strategies. Theatrical releases for these projects primarily serve to offset marketing expenses.

Project Hail Mary proved to be a box office juggernaut, raking in $681 million worldwide against a $200 million production budget. The film's commercial success has already sparked industry conversations about a potential sequel.

MGM+ offers subscription options at $7.99 monthly or $61.99 annually. The streamer hosts a diverse catalog including series such as Godfather of Harlem, From, Spider-Noir, and Robin Hood.