Interstellar
Christopher Nolan's epic science fiction film about humanity's journey through space and time to save Earth from environmental collapse.
Category
Science Fiction
Release Year
2006
Origin
United States, United Kingdom
Tags
science-fictionspacetime-traveldramafamilychristopher-nolan
Detailed Overview Information
Basic Information
Full Name
Interstellar
Aliases
Interstellar Movie, Nolan's Interstellar
Type
Science Fiction Epic Film
Release Year
2006
Status
Complete
Origin
United States
Region
United States, United Kingdom
Creation Information
Creator
Christopher Nolan
Publisher
Warner Bros. Pictures, Paramount Pictures
Original Work
Original screenplay by Jonathan and Christopher Nolan
Genre
Science Fiction, Drama, Adventure, Thriller, Family
Content Information
Synopsis
In a near future where Earth is dying from environmental collapse, a former NASA pilot leads a secret mission through a wormhole to find humanity a new home among the stars.
Main Characters
Cooper, Murph, Brand, Dr. Mann, TARS, CASE, Professor Brand
Setting
Near-future Earth, space stations, alien planets (Miller's planet, Mann's planet, Edmunds' planet), tesseract
Themes
Love transcending dimensions, environmental responsibility, sacrifice for future generations, scientific exploration, time relativity
Target Audience
Adult audiences, science fiction fans, drama enthusiasts, Christopher Nolan fans
Characters
Joseph Cooper
Former NASA Pilot/Mission Commander
A former NASA pilot turned farmer who leads humanity's last hope mission through the wormhole to fin...
Former NASA Pilot/Mission Commander
Murphy Cooper
Scientist/DaughterNASA/Earth ScientistsFemaleChild to elderly (due to time dilation)
Cooper's brilliant daughter who grows up to become a scientist working to solve the gravitational equation and save huma...
Abilities: Scientific genius, Mathematical skills, Problem-solving...
Quotes:
"Nobody believed me, but I knew you'd come back."
""I am Murphy Cooper.""
"A parent doesn't abandon their child."
character
Dr. Mann
Lazarus Mission Scientist/False HopeLazarus Mission (corrupted)MaleMiddle-aged
A scientist from the Lazarus mission who falsified data about his planet's habitability due to isolation and desperation...
Abilities: Scientific knowledge, Survival skills, Deception...
Quotes:
"You have literally raised me from the dead."
""I am Dr. Mann.""
"The best thing about my planet is that there's nothing here."
character
Time and Distance
Cosmic AntagonistNatural ForcesNon-applicableEternal
The relentless forces of time dilation and vast cosmic distances that threaten to separate Cooper from his family foreve...
Abilities: Time dilation, Vast distances, Relativistic effects...
Quotes:
"Time is the fire in which we burn."
""I am Time and Distance.""
"Time moves differently here."
character
CASE
Backup AI AssistantNASA/Endurance CrewMale programming
Another advanced robot similar to TARS, serving as backup AI support for the mission.
Abilities: Advanced computing, Mission support, Physical operations...
Quotes:
"Analysis complete. Recommend immediate departure."
""I am CASE.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Tom Cooper
Earth-bound FamilyEarth SurvivorsMale
Cooper's son who stays on Earth and becomes a farmer, representing those who remain behind.
Abilities: Farming, Survival, Family care...
Quotes:
"Dad, you son of a bitch. I never made one of these when you were still responding because I was so mad at you for leaving."
""I am Tom Cooper.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Future Humans/They
Higher-Dimensional BeingsFuture HumanityBeyond physical form
Advanced future humans who have evolved beyond three-dimensional existence and created the wormhole and tesseract.
Abilities: Dimensional manipulation, Time transcendence, Gravitational control...
Quotes:
"They are us. We are them. Love is the key to everything."
""I am Future Humans/They.""
""Every journey begins with a single step.""
character
Media Forms
Films
Original 2014 feature film
Books
The Science of Interstellar by Kip Thorne, various tie-in publications
Merchandise
Limited collectibles, art books, soundtrack, scientific publications
Digital Content
Digital releases, streaming availability, behind-the-scenes content
Games
No major video game adaptations, but inspired space exploration games
Live Events
IMAX screenings, scientific conferences, educational presentations
Commercial Information
Total Box Office
$677.5 million worldwide
Revenue
Over $675 million globally, significant home video and streaming revenue
Awards
Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, BAFTA, Critics' Choice Awards, Saturn Awards
Critical Reception
72% on Rotten Tomatoes, 74/100 on Metacritic, praised for ambition and visuals
Cultural Impact
Renewed interest in space exploration, scientific accuracy in cinema, philosophical discussions
Market Value
One of the most scientifically accurate and ambitious sci-fi films ever made
Licensing
Limited merchandise licensing, educational partnerships, scientific collaborations
Fan Culture
Fanbase
Science fiction enthusiasts, Christopher Nolan fans, space exploration advocates, physics students
Communities
Reddit communities, film analysis forums, science discussion groups, Nolan fan sites
Events
Film festivals, science conferences, IMAX special screenings, educational events
Quotes
Love is the one thing we're capable of perceiving that transcends dimensions of time and space
Memes
Corn fields, TARS humor, time dilation jokes, tesseract scenes, Hans Zimmer organ music
Fan Art
Space artwork, character portraits, scientific diagrams, poster recreations
Fan Projects
Scientific analysis videos, educational content, soundtrack covers, film studies
Collectibles
Limited edition releases, art books, soundtrack vinyl, scientific publications
Historical Development
2006
Jonathan Nolan begins writing screenplay based on Kip Thorne's scientific theories
2013
Christopher Nolan joins project, rewrites script with scientific consultation
2014
Interstellar premieres and releases worldwide to critical and commercial success
2015
Wins Academy Award for Best Visual Effects, scientific accuracy praised
2020
Re-released in IMAX for 10th anniversary, renewed appreciation during pandemic
Related Links
www.interstellarmovie.com
www.warnerbros.com
www.paramount.com
www.enjoyip.com