Kristen Stewart to Play Astronaut Sally Ride in Amazon Limited Series ‘The Challenger’
Amazon Prime Video has officially greenlit 'The Challenger,' a limited series starring Kristen Stewart as astronaut Sally Ride, the first American woman in space. The series is inspired by Meredith E. Bagby's book 'The New Guys' and marks Stewart's first regular television role. The project was first reported in development in June 2024 and has now received a full series order.
Stewart is a talented actor capable of bringing depth and nuance to complex historical figures. Her involvement brings significant star power to Sally Ride's important story, potentially introducing Ride's legacy to a broader audience.
Stewart's previous roles don't necessarily demonstrate the range needed to portray a physicist and astronaut convincingly. Some question whether the casting prioritizes celebrity over authenticity in telling such an important scientific and historical story.