The Space Between Us (2017)
A Martian-born teen experiences Earth's wonders and human connection while searching for his origins.
A young man raised by scientists on Mars returns to Earth to find his father.
How intense is The Space Between Us?
The Space Between Us has no gore and no real violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a date-night pick. Rated PG-13.
What The Space Between Us feels like
- Tone
- melancholyromanticearnestfeel good
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionDate night
Where to stream The Space Between Us
US availability via TMDB, last checked Sep 15, 2026. The app filters picks to the services you actually have.
Is The Space Between Us for you?
Is The Space Between Us scary?
No. The Space Between Us is not a scary watch (scare level 0 of 3).
Is The Space Between Us gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and no real violence (0 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is The Space Between Us sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is The Space Between Us OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 0, gore 0, violence 0, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is The Space Between Us?
The Space Between Us runs 2h 1m.
Where can I stream The Space Between Us?
The Space Between Us is streaming on Hulu.
Does The Space Between Us have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Bittersweet. It earns its ending, but not everyone gets what they want.
Cast and crew
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