Voyagers

Voyagers

Year: 2021

Runtime: 108 min

Language: English

Director: Neil Burger

AdventureSci-FiThriller

To ensure humanity’s survival, a group of specially selected individuals embarks on a mission to colonize a planet far from Earth. As they journey through space, the crew discovers unsettling truths about their origins and the purpose of their mission, challenging their ingrained programming. Faced with these revelations, they begin to abandon obedience, and primal instincts surface, leading to intense desires and ruthless ambition. The ship descends into chaos as the crew struggles with fear and the potential for anarchy.

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1

Discovery of a New Planet

In the year 2063, a group of astrophysicists make a groundbreaking discovery of a habitable planet while grappling with severe climate change on Earth. This finding ignites hope for the survival of humanity amid the global crises.

2063 Earth
2

Mission Planning

The astrophysicists determine that the journey to the newly discovered planet will take 86 years, necessitating a generational approach to the mission. They begin preparations to create a new crew that will be raised to complete the voyage, ensuring skilled individuals for the long journey ahead.

Earth
3

Formation of the Initial Crew

A crew of thirty is created through IVF, intentionally kept isolated from the outside world. This separation is crucial, as it prepares them for the unique challenges they will face during the long space journey to the habitable planet.

Earth
4

Launch of the Humanitas

The mission sets off aboard the Humanitas spaceship, with the crew launching as pre-teens. Led by Richard, the senior program commander, the young crew members are readied for their extraordinary journey into the depths of space.

Humanitas spaceship
5

IVF for Future Generations

As part of their long-term planning, the crew is scheduled to undergo IVF again at the age of 24. This controversial decision is aimed at ensuring the continuation of their lineage aboard the spacecraft during the extended journey.

Age 24 Humanitas spaceship
6

Discovery of the Blue Additive

After ten years in space, Christopher and Zac stumble upon a shocking realization; their food contains a blue additive infused to repress their sexual urges. This revelation ignites frustrations and a rebellious spirit amongst the crew.

Humanitas spaceship
7

Richard's Mysterious Death

Tragedy strikes when Richard is killed during a routine spacewalk, leaving the crew shocked and leaderless. Christopher is unexpectedly thrust into the role of leader, causing tension and dissatisfaction, particularly with Zac.

Humanitas spaceship
8

Zac's Rebellion

In the aftermath of Richard's death, Zac instigates a rebellion among the crew, claiming that an alien presence has interfered with their mission. His manipulations lead to chaos, as fear and hysteria spread through the group.

Humanitas spaceship
9

Uncovering the Truth

Christopher and Sela investigate the circumstances surrounding Richard's death and discover evidence implicating Zac. However, despite their compelling findings, Zac's influence grows as paranoia takes hold of the crew.

Humanitas spaceship
10

Desperation and the Weapon Stash

Amid the ongoing chaos, Christopher, driven by desperation, leads Zac to a stash of weapons that were intended for their descendants. This risky move sets the stage for a critical confrontation between the two.

Humanitas spaceship
11

Zac's Ejection into Space

In a tense standoff, Christopher and Sela manage to outsmart Zac, resulting in his ejection into space. This pivotal moment restores some order to the ship and allows the remaining crew members to regain their focus on the mission.

Humanitas spaceship
12

Sela's Leadership

With peace gradually restored aboard the Humanitas, Sela is elected as the new chief officer. The crew collectively decides to abandon the blue additive, embracing their natural emotions and relationships without the previous restrictions.

Humanitas spaceship
13

Arrival at the New Planet

Decades pass as the generations aboard the Humanitas navigate the challenges of their journey. Eventually, they arrive at the long-anticipated planet, finding it to be a promising new home that embodies all the qualities of a new Earth.

New Planet

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