Audible's 'Exoplanet' Stars Anthony Mackie
The sci-fi thriller, executive produced by Andy Weir, launches on November 5 with a star-studded cast including Ariana DeBose and John Leguizamo
Audible's new sci-fi thriller 'Exoplanet' is set to launch on November 5, starring Anthony Mackie, Ariana DeBose, and John Leguizamo. The story follows a starship crew separated across different eras on a deadly exoplanet after a quantum anomaly.
The cast of 'Exoplanet' includes Anthony Mackie as Chief Engineer Jeff Shaw, Ariana DeBose as First Officer Becca Bang, and John Leguizamo as Science Officer Logan Bowers. The starship in 'Exoplanet' is called the Wild Blue Yonder, which is torn apart by a quantum anomaly, leaving its surviving members stranded in different eras on the same deadly exoplanet.
Andy Weir, known for his bestselling novels 'The Martian' and 'Project Hail Mary', serves as the executive producer of 'Exoplanet'. The writer of 'Exoplanet' is Benjamin Percy, who has previously written 'The Ninth Metal' and 'Red Moon'. Weir has stated that he is obsessed with problems that require one person and a lot of math to survive, and 'Exoplanet' combines this theme with a twist of time travel.
## What's at stake The crew of the Wild Blue Yonder must find a way to communicate across centuries to survive, as they are hunted by a relentless alien intelligence that feeds on human technology. The alien intelligence has been waiting for them across different timelines, forcing the survivors to find a way to communicate before the planet consumes them.
## Why it matters 'Exoplanet' explores what it means to fight for humanity's future when your own existence hangs in the balance. The story combines heart-stopping action with scientific problem-solving, making it a thrilling ride for listeners. With its star-studded cast and talented writers, 'Exoplanet' is set to be a hit among sci-fi fans.
The 'Exoplanet' audiobook will be available exclusively on Audible from November 5, for members of its subscription tiers or as an a la carte purchase. With its unique blend of science fiction and time travel, 'Exoplanet' is sure to captivate listeners and leave them on the edge of their seats.
