A Beautiful Planet (2016): cast, story & where to watch

2016 · Film · ★ 6.9

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Released in 2016, A Beautiful Planet is a documentary film directed by Toni Myers, running about 45 minutes. “Experience Earth like never before.” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. A breathtaking portrait of Earth from space, providing a unique perspective and increased understanding of our planet and galaxy as never seen before. Made in cooperation with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), the film features stunning footage of our magnificent blue planet — and the effects humanity has had on it over time — captured by the astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS).

Who’s in it. A Beautiful Planet stars Jennifer Lawrence as Narrator (voice), Samantha Cristoforetti as Self (uncredited), Scott Kelly as Self (uncredited) and Kjell Lindgren as Self (uncredited).

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, A Beautiful Planet has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response. It went on to earn $24M at the box office.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch A Beautiful Planet page.

If you liked it. Fans of A Beautiful Planet tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch A Beautiful Planet (2016)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for A Beautiful Planet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is A Beautiful Planet worth watching?
A Beautiful Planet holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in A Beautiful Planet?
A Beautiful Planet stars Jennifer Lawrence, Samantha Cristoforetti, Scott Kelly and Kjell Lindgren.
When was A Beautiful Planet released?
A Beautiful Planet was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.