The Midnight Sky

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The Midnight Sky

PG-13

2020

1h 58m

Sci-Fi

Drama

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A lone scientist in the Arctic races to contact a crew of astronauts returning home to a mysterious global catastrophe.

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Critics Consensus

The Midnight Sky lacks the dramatic heft to match its narrative scale, but its flaws are often balanced by thoughtful themes and a poignant performance from director-star George Clooney.

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Christina Newland

iNews.co.uk

09/23/2024

3/5

Splintered as the story is between its two extreme settings, The Midnight Sky is an enjoyable Friday-night viewing experience, but misses the potential to expand on its themes of isolation and optimism in a memorable way.

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Richard Whittaker

Austin Chronicle

01/12/2021

3.5/5

The Midnight Sky shines with Clooney's deep and abiding belief in the human condition, in compassion, in ... "redemption" is the wrong word, too Catholic. Rather, in connection, even if it is brief, even if it is seemingly one-sided.

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Rex Reed

Observer

01/05/2021

1/4

The two-hour running time seems like two years as it drags on indefinitely.

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Surya Komal

Just for Movie Freaks

Sep 11

2.5/5

The Midnight Sky delivers striking visuals and strong performances, but it doesn’t fully maximize its ideas.

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Joonatan Itkonen

Region Free

07/11/2024

4/5

If you can overlook certain clichés and the hokey narrative device, THE MIDNIGHT SKY is a thoroughly engaging post-apocalyptic sci-fi film. It may not do anything particularly new with the genre, but it doesn’t need to.

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Brett Doze

InSession Film

05/02/2023

D

While the film isn’t a total loss based on these areas, the lack of a convincing narrative and a connection to the characters makes for a tough sit.

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Marco L

@decatur555 2d

The Midnight Sky is a quiet, reflective science-fiction film that favors mood over spectacle. Rather than relying on big twists or constant action, it tells an intimate, almost crepuscular story about loneliness, guilt, and the need for human connection when everything seems lost. George Clooney delivers a restrained, weary performance that perfectly matches the film’s tone, carrying much of its emotional weight without resorting to excess or forced drama. Visually, the contrast between frozen landscapes and outer space reinforces the feeling of isolation, offering several striking images. The film struggles at times to balance its parallel storylines, and the narrative can feel adrift in its middle section, unsure whether it wants to be a survival tale, an ecological warning, or a personal drama. Still, its honesty, sensitivity, and emotionally grounded ending leave a lingering impression. It’s not flawless, but it resonates through suggestion rather than spectacle.

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Joe S.

@joe510 Jan 19

It was ok. Wish the ending had more closure

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Gonzo L

Jan 6

I really like this movie. Clooney underacts masterfully. I'm suprised other reviewers missed how good it is.

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william p

@Danzbassman Dec 28

Despite its many flaws I did mildly enjoy this movie. The plot was interesting and I think there was potential for a much better movie. I don’t want to give spoilers, but there are some sequences that require more than a "suspension of disbelief". One scene in particular is so glaringly not possible I find it stupefying that it was left in without some explanation to rationalize it. Still a decent watch.

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Mike S

@Mjs74 Nov 14

I am scratching my head on why this movie has these low ratings. I thought it was a tremendous job by all. A wonderful watch.

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Oscar R.

@Rottrokc Nov 11

Don't understand the low ratings, it's a very good film, and totally worth the watch.

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Synopsis

A lone scientist in the Arctic races to contact a crew of astronauts returning home to a mysterious global catastrophe.

Director: George Clooney
Producer: Grant Heslov, Keith Redmon, Bard Dorros, Cliff Roberts
Screenwriter: Mark L. Smith
Distributor: Netflix
Production Co: Truenorth Productions, Anonymous Content, Smokehouse Pictures, Netflix, Syndicate Entertainment
Rating: PG-13 (Some Bloody Images|Brief Strong Language)
Genre: Sci-Fi, Drama
Original Language: English
Release Date (Theaters): Dec 11, 2020, Limited
Release Date (Streaming): Dec 23, 2020
Runtime: 1h 58m

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