Name: Wild Wild Space
Genre: Documentary
Released: 2024
Duration: 94 min
Cast: Chris Kemp, Peter Beck, Ashlee Vance, Jonathan McDowell, Will Marshall

What Wild Wild Space Is About

The documentary follows three companies in the race to put satellites into orbit: Astra Space, Rocket Lab and Planet Labs, with the rivalry between two of their founders, Chris Kemp and Peter Beck, at the centre. The subject is not space but space becoming a market: low earth orbit is now territory being divided up above our heads, and the parties dividing it are companies rather than states. Ross Kauffman shows the launches and also the explosions. The film takes its cue from a book by Ashlee Vance and HBO released it in July 2024. Kauffman had previously won the Academy Award for documentary feature with Born into Brothels.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Wild Wild Space about?

The documentary follows three companies in the race to put satellites into orbit: Astra Space, Rocket Lab and Planet Labs, with the rivalry between two of their founders, Chris Kemp and Peter Beck, at the centre. The subject is not space but space becoming a market: low earth orbit is now territory being divided up above our heads, and the parties dividing it are companies rather than states.

Where can I watch Wild Wild Space?

Wild Wild Space is available to watch on digital platforms such as HBO Max Amazon Channel, HBO Max. Current rent and buy options are listed in the "Where to Watch" section on this page.

How long is Wild Wild Space?

Wild Wild Space runs for 94 minutes (1h 34m).

When did Wild Wild Space come out?

Wild Wild Space was released in 2024.

Who directed Wild Wild Space?

Wild Wild Space was directed by Ross Kauffman.

Who stars in Wild Wild Space?

Wild Wild Space stars Chris Kemp, Peter Beck, Ashlee Vance, Jonathan McDowell.

What is Wild Wild Space's rating?

Wild Wild Space holds 6.8/10 on IMDb and 6.9/10 on TMDB. Its Pulse Score is 67 out of 100.