Story Overview

Life follows the six-member crew of the International Space Station as they make a groundbreaking discovery while examining a sample retrieved from Mars by the Pilgrim spacecraft. The specimen shows clear biological characteristics, providing undeniable proof that life exists beyond Earth. What begins as one of humanity’s greatest scientific achievements soon turns into a terrifying struggle for survival, as the Martian life-form proves to be far more intelligent, adaptive, and dangerous than anyone could have imagined.

As the crew continues their research, the organism rapidly evolves, revealing an aggressive nature that places the astronauts in constant danger. Trapped in orbit, with no immediate way back to Earth, the team is forced into a desperate fight for their lives. Every decision they make carries catastrophic consequences, not only for themselves but for the future of humanity.

Starring Jake Gyllenhaal—known for his performances in Nightcrawler, Southpaw, Enemy, Demolition and Nocturnal Animals—the film brings together a strong cast that also includes Rebecca Ferguson and Ryan Reynolds. The screenplay is written by Paul Wernick and Rhett Reese, the duo behind Deadpool, blending classic science-fiction tension with relentless suspense.

Centered on the timeless concept of “life in space,” Life explores the fragile boundary between discovery and destruction. As excitement turns into fear, the crew realizes that their mission has spiraled beyond scientific exploration. Now cut off from Earth, they must confront the terrifying reality that their encounter with extraterrestrial life could endanger the entire human race.