The Right Stuff
The race to be first in space.
Created by Mark Lafferty
On Disney+
An inspirational historical drama about the Mercury Seven astronauts that balances Cold War tension with genuine warmth and hope, grounded in the ambition and achievement of the space race.
At the height of the Cold War, newly formed NASA selects seven of the military’s best test pilots to become astronauts. Competing to be the first in space, these men achieve the extraordinary, inspiring the world to turn towards a new horizon of ambition and hope.
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Does The Right Stuff leave you hopeful? Yes, very. More hopeful than 92% of series.
Is The Right Stuff one of a kind? Yes. More singular than 86% of series.
Is The Right Stuff sad? Not especially. Less sad than 68% of series.
Is The Right Stuff violent? Not especially. Less violent than 61% of series.
Is The Right Stuff easy watching? Somewhat. More comforting than 61% of series.
Is The Right Stuff scary? Not especially. Less frightening than 59% of series.
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Familiar shape, done well.
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Like The Right Stuff
Nearest across the full emotional profile.
Same Mood as The Right Stuff
Nearest on what's most distinctive about this one.
Like The Right Stuff, But Darker
Similar, pushed toward heavier and more intense.
Like The Right Stuff, But Lighter
Similar, pushed toward warmer and easier.
Like The Right Stuff, But Less Popular
Same territory, far fewer people have seen it.
