The Dog Stars

狗之星辰

Pop Culture Happy Hour

2026-08-31

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In the new post-apocalyptic film The Dog Stars, a virus has wiped out most of humanity and the survivors eke out a meager existence trying to stay alive. Sound like an oh-too-familiar tale? What if it featured stars like Jacob Elordi, Margaret Qualley, and Allison Janney? And was directed by Ridley Scott and based on a best-selling novel? Would it be enough to pull you in? Should it be?  Want more action from Hollywood’s biggest directors? Check out these episodes:  Spielberg revisits aliens and alienation in ‘Disclosure Day’ 'Gladiator II': Are you not entertained? Still? Again? Some more? ‘The Odyssey’ is an ancient tale on a modern budget Connect with Pop Culture Happy Hour:Letterboxd / FacebookOur weekly newsletterSupport public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences. NPR Privacy Policy
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  • In the new post-apocalyptic film The Dog Stars,

  • a virus has wiped out most of humanity and the survivors eke out a meager

  • existence scavenging from the remains of civilization while defending themselves against feral raiders and each other.

  • Now, you're probably thinking to yourself, that sounds familiar.