Rubikon (2022)
An Austrian sci-fi thriller that traps three space station survivors above a dying Earth, forcing them to choose between safety and sacrifice.
Rubikon - Movie Information
- Original Title: Rubikon
- Release Year: 2022
- Directed by: Magdalena Lauritsch
- Type: Movie
- Genres: Sci-Fi, Thriller, Drama
- Age Rating (US): NR
- Runtime: 1h 50m
- Original Language: German
- Spoken Languages: English
- Production Companies: Samsara Filmproduktion, Graf Film
- Production Countries: Austria
- Alternative Titles: 絕命空間站 (HK), Rubikon: Ponto Sem Retorno (BR), Rubikon 2056 (ES), Rubikon (US), 絕命空間站 (TW)
Rubikon - Plot
The company soldier Hannah and the scientists Gavin and Dimitri are researching an algae project on board the Rubikon space station, which is supposed to permanently supply humanity with oxygen and food. But suddenly the earth disappears below them in a brown, toxic fog and all contact is broken off - are they the last survivors of humanity? Should they initiate the safe station, dare the return flight and thereby risk their lives?
Rubikon - Trailer
Watch the official trailer and see the impossible choice unfold above a dying world:
Take a deep breath. It is your last.
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Rubikon - Cast & Crew
Director(s)
- Magdalena Lauritsch
Main Cast
- Julia Franz Richter
- Mark Ivanir
- George Blagden
- Nicholas Monu
- Daniela Kong
- Konstantin Frolov
- Hannah Rang
- Lupo Grujcic
- Jonas Emilian
Writers
- Elisabeth Schmied
- Magdalena Lauritsch
- Jessica Lind
Producers
- Livia Graf-Bechler
- Andreas Schmied
- Klaus Graf
- Loredana Rehekampff
Rubikon - FAQs
What is Rubikon about?
Rubikon follows three people aboard a space station — soldier Hannah and scientists Gavin and Dimitri — who wake up to find Earth swallowed by a deadly toxic fog. Cut off from all contact below, they must decide whether to stay safe in orbit or risk everything on a desperate return flight.
Who are the main actors in Rubikon?
Julia Franz Richter leads the cast as Hannah Wagner, joined by Mark Ivanir as scientist Dimitri Krylow and George Blagden as Gavin Abbott. Nicholas Monu, Daniela Kong, Konstantin Frolov, Hannah Rang, Lupo Grujcic, and Jonas Emilian round out the ensemble.
Should they stay in orbit or return to Earth?
That's the central moral dilemma driving Rubikon. The space station offers safety and survival, but returning to Earth means facing the toxic fog — and possibly finding survivors who need help. The film explores whether self-preservation can ever be justified when others may still be alive below.
Where can you stream Rubikon?
You can stream Rubikon on AMC+, Shudder, Sundance Now, and Philo. It's also available to rent or buy on Amazon Video, Apple TV, Google Play Movies, YouTube, and Fandango At Home. Kanopy offers it for free if you have access through your local library.
Who directed Rubikon and what is her background?
Rubikon was directed by Magdalena Lauritsch, an Austrian filmmaker who also co-wrote the screenplay. It marks her feature directorial debut, and she brings a distinctly European art-house sensibility to the sci-fi genre, focusing on intimate human drama over spectacle.
What is the age rating for Rubikon?
Rubikon is rated NR (Not Rated) in the United States. The film contains themes of global catastrophe, moral dilemmas, and survival tension, making it best suited for mature audiences. Parents may want to preview it before watching with younger viewers.
Is Rubikon similar to other space survival films?
Fans of contemplative sci-fi will find Rubikon shares DNA with classics like Silent Running (1972) and Solaris (1972), as well as more recent survival dramas like Passengers (2016). It prioritizes philosophical tension and character study over action, making it a thoughtful entry in the genre.
How long is Rubikon?
Rubikon runs for 1 hour and 50 minutes (110 minutes). The film uses that runtime to build slow-burn tension aboard the confined space station, letting the weight of its moral dilemma settle in gradually rather than rushing toward a resolution.
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