Wild Wild Space

Wild Wild Space is an 2024 American documentary film, directed by Ross Kauffman. Inspired by the book "When Heavens Went on Sale" by Ashlee Vance, it follows the quests of three rocket and satellite companies Astra Space, Rocket Lab, and Planet Labs.

It had its world premiere at DC/DOX Film Festival on June 14, 2024, and was released on July 17, 2024, by HBO.

Premise
Explores the quests of the rocket and satellite companies Astra Space, Rocket Lab, and Planet Labs.

Production
After reading the book "When Heavens Went on Sale" by Ashlee Vance, Ross Kauffman wanted to make a documentary after loving the tone of the book. Adam McKay serves as a producer under his Hyperobject Industries banner.

Release
It had its world premiere at DC/DOX Film Festival on June 14, 2024. It was released on July 17, 2024.

Reception
Richard Roeper of Chicago Sun-Times gave the film three out of four stars, writing: "At times it’s a bit murky in presentation and we get bogged down in all the geek talk, but on balance, this is a timely and informative work."