The Martian (2015)
Science Fiction, Drama, Adventure
80Kernel Score — Generally Favorable, 0 reviews
The Kernel take
An 80 Metascore validates the $108M investment handsomely: The Martian has grossed $631M worldwide, making it a rare case of critical legitimacy and commercial domination aligned.
Director track record: Ridley Scott
The Martian (80) sits well above Ridley Scott's own 61.6-point average across 23 scored films—a career high moment for the veteran director, though it trails his best-reviewed work, Alien (89).
Lead track record: Matt Damon
The Martian (80) sits well above Matt Damon's own 64.9-point average across 27 scored films—one of his best-reviewed vehicles, though it falls short of Saving Private Ryan (91).
Box office
Budget $108M · Box office $631.1M