The Martian (2015)
The Martian is streaming in New Zealand on Apple TV, Disney Plus, Neon TV.
The verdict
The Martian stood out as one of the better-rated English films of its release window. It carries a 7.7/10 on TMDB across 21,849 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. It clocks in at a standard 141 minutes. In New Zealand you can stream it on Apple TV, Disney Plus, Neon TV.
Should you spend 2h 21m on it?
2h 21m of English science fiction, leaning drama. That score holds across 21,849 ratings, so it's about as safe as this week's list gets.
- Why
- It rates 7.7/10 across 21,849 ratings — among the strongest scores on this week's list, and settled enough to trust.
- Skip if
- you'd rather not do the world-building work
- Best for
- An evening with no interruptions
Story
During a manned mission to Mars, Astronaut Mark Watney is presumed dead after a fierce storm and left behind by his crew. But Watney has survived and finds himself stranded and alone on the hostile planet. With only meager supplies, he must draw upon his ingenuity, wit and spirit to subsist and find a way to signal to Earth that he is alive.
Good to know
| Runtime | 2h 21m |
| Watch with family? | M · Older kids & up |
| Genre | Science Fiction / Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
Ridley Scott
Cast
Where to watch in New Zealand
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 25 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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