The Right Stuff

The Right Stuff (2020)

EndedScripted showDrama, History

The Right Stuff takes a gritty, anti-nostalgic look at what would become America's first reality show as the obsessive original Mercury Seven astronauts and their families become instant celebrities in a competition that will either kill them or make them immortal. The one-hour drama will follow the protagonists from the Mojave Desert to the edges of space, with future seasons carrying through to humankind's greatest achievement: the moon landing.

Network
Scheduleevery Friday (45 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S01E08FlightNov 20, 2020
S01E07ZigguratNov 13, 2020
S01E06VOSTOKNov 6, 2020
S01E05The Kona Kai SeanceOct 30, 2020
S01E04AdventOct 23, 2020
View all episodesView all seasons

Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'The Right Stuff' premiere?

'The Right Stuff' premiered on October 9, 2020.

Who directed the pilot episode of 'The Right Stuff'?

The pilot episode of 'The Right Stuff' was directed by David Nutter.

What is the genre of 'The Right Stuff'?

'The Right Stuff' is a historical drama television series.

What is the premise of 'The Right Stuff'?

'The Right Stuff' follows the story of the early days of the United States' space program and the seven astronauts who became known as the Mercury Seven.

How many episodes are there in the first season of 'The Right Stuff'?

The first season of 'The Right Stuff' consists of eight episodes.

Who plays the character of Alan Shepard in 'The Right Stuff'?

Jake McDorman portrays the character of Alan Shepard in 'The Right Stuff'.

Which network aired 'The Right Stuff'?

'The Right Stuff' aired on Disney+.

Where was 'The Right Stuff' primarily filmed?

'The Right Stuff' was primarily filmed in Florida.

Who wrote the screenplay for 'The Right Stuff'?

The screenplay for 'The Right Stuff' was written by Mark Lafferty.

Is 'The Right Stuff' based on a book?

Yes, 'The Right Stuff' is based on the book of the same name by Tom Wolfe.

What is the time period depicted in 'The Right Stuff'?

'The Right Stuff' depicts the 1960s, specifically the early days of the United States' space program.

Did 'The Right Stuff' receive any award nominations?

Yes, 'The Right Stuff' received a nomination for Outstanding Music Composition for a Series (Original Dramatic Score) at the 73rd Primetime Emmy Awards.

Who composed the soundtrack for 'The Right Stuff'?

The soundtrack for 'The Right Stuff' was composed by Adam Taylor.

Were the real-life Mercury Seven astronauts involved in the production of 'The Right Stuff'?

Yes, some of the real-life Mercury Seven astronauts were involved in the production of 'The Right Stuff' as consultants to ensure historical accuracy.

What was the critical response to 'The Right Stuff'?

'The Right Stuff' received generally positive reviews from critics, with praise for its performances, production design, and historical accuracy.

Cast

View all cast

Characters

View all characters

Also known as

  • A Mercury-program űrhajósai (Hungary)
  • The Right Stuff: Uomini Veri (Italy)

Recently Updated Shows

Recently updated shows that might be of your interest.
Forged in Fire
Running

Forged in Fire

Forged in Fire features world-class bladesmiths competing against each other to create some of the most iconic edged weapons from history. In each episode, four of the best bladesmiths in the country will come together to put both their skills and reputations on the line. Whether they are making a Japanese katana, a medieval broadsword, or an ancient throwing blade like the chakram, the weapons they forge will be fully functional and lethal works of art and war. The unique histories contained within each weapon will be creatively told during the forging process and the final weapons themselves will be assessed and ruthlessly tested by our panel of expert judges. These dynamic and explosive tests will be individually designed to push the weapons to their absolute limit. One by one, the bladesmiths will be eliminated until only one remains to be crowned the champion.

Wheel of Fortune
Running

Wheel of Fortune

Contestants guess hidden phrases by guessing letters one at a time. Contestants win money or prizes, as determined by a spin of the wheel, for each correct consonant they guess. But they have to pay to see what vowels are in a puzzle. The contestant that has amassed the most winnings at the end of a game goes on to play the bonus round, in which the player can win even more -- prizes frequently seen in the bonus round include automobiles, vacations and more cash.

GenreFamily
Jeopardy!
Running

Jeopardy!

Jeopardy! is a classic game show -- with a twist. The answers are given first, and the contestants supply the questions. Three contestants, including the previous show's champion, compete in six categories and in three rounds (with each round's "answers" being worth more prize money).

Signs of a Psychopath
Running

Signs of a Psychopath

For every sadistic psychopath...there were signs. Charm. Narcissism. Lack of empathy. Impulsiveness. Manipulation. Deception. These traits and others are the telltale Signs of a Psychopath. This harrowing half-hour archive series revisits some of the most brutal killers in modern history, reviewing news footage and the words of the killers themselves to see which terrifying traits each killer exhibited. What are the signs...of evil?

GenreCrime
Sight Unseen
Running

Sight Unseen

Homicide detective Tess Avery is forced to quit the job she loves after nearly killing her partner and being diagnosed as clinically blind. Reluctant to accept help, Tess uses an assistance app and connects with Sunny Patel, a professional seeing-eye guide and agoraphobe living 3,000 miles away. Haunted by the unsolved cases she left behind, Tess uses a hidden camera and earpiece, while Sunny remotely steers Tess through life's obstacles -- and crimes -- as the two challenge preconceptions about ability, trust and where to draw the line.

GenreDrama, Crime