When it comes to book-to-screen adaptations, I know that changes are going to have to be made as part of adapting the story. I'm prepared enough for that every time, but it's not often that I have a specific hope that a movie based on a book I love -- one of my all-time favorite reads, in this case -- will change something for the adaptation. Well, that's what happened with Project Hail Mary, which has finally arrived on the 2026 movie schedule. There was one thing I hoped the film adaptation of Andy Weir’s book would do, that really couldn't be done in the novel, and it's like I wished it into existence, because it happened!
That's as vague as I can be without getting into MAJOR book and movie spoilers for Project Hail Mary and its ending. If you haven't seen the movie yet, I strongly suggest you check it out before reading any further. If you’re still on the fence, check out Eric’s review of PHM.
