Critical Path (2026)

10.0/10 • 34 min •

Overview

Critical Path offers an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the engineering marvel that is the SpaceX Starship program. The documentary details the iterative design philosophy, the high-stakes testing, and the relentless drive to build the largest and most powerful rocket ever flown. From the first conceptual sketches to the atmospheric re-entry and landing attempts, this film chronicles the single, complex path of innovation required to make life multi-planetary.

Cast

Justin Styer

Elon Musk

Self (uncredited)

Tim Southerton

Bobby Peden

Graham Kersey

Suren Sanai

Austin Dunbar

Thomas Burghardt

Rami Hamati

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