As an astrophysicist, my world revolves around the wonders of space and the mysteries of the universe. This means I can be a tough critic of science fiction books and films that explore these topics.

Weir is also the beloved writer behind 'The Martian' and 'Artemis'

The actor stars in a soaring, witty space epic, based on the novel by Andy Weir, about a man on a last-ditch mission to protect the sun from a microscopic but urgent threat.

Andy Weir discusses his science-fueled novel “Project Hail Mary,” which has been adapted into a film that opens in theaters on Friday.

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An apocalyptic suicide mission set in deep space may seem like the start of an action film. Most movies in this genre feature some oversized military buffs and evil aliens with a macho main

Every once in a while, a science-fiction movie comes along that reminds you why the genre can be so much fun. Not just “spaceships and explosions” fun, but the kind of fun that comes from big ideas, clever problem-solving and characters you genuinely enjoy spending time with.

Ahead of the film adaptation’s release, Weir talked to Popular Mechanics about creating accurate sci-fi tech, protagonist Ryland Grace, and more.