The Astronaut (2025) is a science fiction / horror (sci-fi thriller) film written and directed by Jess Varley. The movie cast includes Kate Mara, Laurence Fishburne, Gabriel Luna, and Ivana Miličević. Below is everything we know about its filming locations and behind-the-scenes.
After returning from her first space mission, astronaut Sam Walker (Mara) miraculously survives in a damaged capsule and is placed under strict surveillance in a remote safe house. As she attempts to readjust to life on Earth, strange and disturbing occurrences around the property lead her to suspect something extraterrestrial has followed her back.
The film is scheduled for a theatrical release in the U.S. on October 17, 2025. It is distributed by Vertical in the U.S.
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When and Where Was Vertical’s The Astronaut Filmed?
| Film Name | The Astronaut (2025) |
|---|---|
| Genres | Sci-fi / Horror / Thriller |
| Filming Locations | Ireland (remote modern home) |
| Filming Dates | Late 2023 (principal photography) |
| Cinematography by | David Garbett |
| Release Date | October 17, 2025 |
Principal photography took place in Ireland in late 2023. The film used a distinctive, ultra-modern house (never before used for filming) as the “safe house” location. The director and cast mention shooting two peak weeks in autumn in Ireland at this modern architectural home.
The rest of the film (space sequences, interiors, etc.) likely relied heavily on studio sets, sound stages, and visual effects, though publicly available sources do not specify additional outside locations.
📍Ireland — Modern Safe House
The majority of the film was shot in a remote, ultra-modern home in Ireland. This house is the main safe-house setting where Sam Walker is kept in isolation. The filmmakers chose it for its futuristic and eerie design, which perfectly matched the film’s suspenseful and claustrophobic atmosphere. This house was not previously used in film — its owners graciously allowed the production to film there.
As per People.com Reports, In early press, Kate Mara said the remote setting and house environment made filming “a really nice place to go to work every day” and emphasized the claustrophobic nature of the interior.
This location becomes central to the film’s suspense, as almost the entire movie’s tension hinges on interactions within and around this house in an isolated, atmospheric setting. The house used is described as dark-black and inky inside, designed to evoke tension and isolation.
While the only publicly confirmed real-world location is Ireland, many scenes (especially those depicting space travel, capsule recovery, labs, and interior sets) are almost certainly created on soundstages or controlled set environments. The press and listings do not mention additional public places or diverse geographic shooting beyond Ireland.
Is There a Trailer Available for The Astronaut?
Yes —a trailer is available on Vertical’s Official YouTube Channel. Additionally, press around its SXSW premiere has shared promotional clips and stills.
FAQs
Q1: Where was The Astronaut (2025) filmed?
A1: The Astronaut (2025) was filmed primarily in Ireland, with most scenes taking place in a modern safe house.
Q2: What scenes were filmed in Ireland for The Astronaut?
A2: The safe-house sequences, where Sam Walker is isolated and monitored, were filmed in a unique modern home in Ireland.
Q3: When did filming for The Astronaut (2025) take place?
A3: Filming for The Astronaut (2025) began and concluded in late 2023.
Q4: Can I visit the filming locations of The Astronaut (2025)?
A4: The modern safe house in Ireland used in The Astronaut (2025) is privately owned, so it is not open to the public. However, some surrounding areas of Ireland where filming occurred can be visited.