Where to Watch Asteroid City in Canada (2023)

Wes Anderson’s much-awaited potential Oscar contender “Asteroid City” is finally playing on the big screen. Anderson’s latest feature film is a cosmic-themed delight that promises a heartfelt, whimsical adventure with stunning visuals and a stellar ensemble cast.

Find out where you can watch the master storyteller’s retro-futuristic take on the 50s era on streaming services in Canada.

What Is Asteroid City About?

“Asteroid City” is set in a futuristic desert town of the same name in 1955. The film follows a group of students who attend the Junior Stargazer/Space Cadet convention on Asteroid City. The convention aims to unite its participants through scholarly competition, relaxation, and leisure. However, their busy itinerary is interrupted by celestial forces that will ultimately change the lives of the visitors and the world they live in.

“Asteroid City” held its first exclusive screening at the Cannes Film Festival last May. The film is currently having its limited theatrical release in the United States. Its worldwide premiere will commence on June 23.

Who Are in the Cast and Production of Asteroid City?

Wes Anderson, a highly-esteemed American filmmaker, directed, wrote, and produced “Asteroid City” alongside Roman Coppola. Anderson is best known for his films like “The Grand Budapest Hotel,” “The French Dispatch,” “Moonrise Kingdom,” and “The Royal Tenenbaums.” Focus Features LLC and Universal Pictures serve as the film’s main distributors. Like most Anderson films, “Asteroid City” boasts an ensemble cast of famous Hollywood talents, which include:

• Jason Schwartzman as Augie Steenbeck
• Scarlett Johansson as Midge Campbell
• Tom Hanks as Stanley Zak
• Jeffrey Wright as General Grif Gibson
• Tilda Swinton as Dr. Hickenlooper
• Bryan Cranston as the host of an anthology television show
• Edward Norton as Conrad Earp
• Adrien Brody as Schubert Green
• Liev Schreiber as J.J. Kellogg
• Hope Davis as Sandy Borden
• Stephen Park as Roger Cho
• Rupert Friend as Montana
• Maya Hawke as June Douglas
• Steve Carell as a motel manager
• Matt Dillon as Hank
• Hong Chau as Polly Green
• Willem Dafoe as Saltzburg Keitel
• Margot Robbie as Steenbeck’s deceased wife
• Tony Revolori as Gen. Gibson’s aide-de-camp
• Jake Ryan as Woodrow Steenbeck
• Jeff Goldblum as The Alien

What is the Rating for Asteroid City?

“Asteroid City” is rated PG (Parental Guidance) in Canada, which means that the film contains mild depictions of mature themes that require parental supervision for younger audiences.

How Many People Watch Asteroid City?

As of writing, the film has already grossed over $2 million during its limited theatrical release in the US.

How Are the Reviews for Asteroid City?

Prior to its release, the highly-anticipated film has already generated Oscar buzz, making it an instant hit among critics and audiences. The film was praised for Anderson’s distinct, singular direction, and its unique and well-written plot. “Asteroid City” received an approval rating of 74% /on Rotten Tomatoes, 75/100 on Metacritic, and 7/10 on IMDb. Here’s what critics say about the film:

• “Wes Anderson is a film artist like no other. In defiance of realism, he builds dazzling, minimalist, all-star jewel boxes—easy to spoof but impossible to equal. This Atomic-age fable about teen space nerds and their parents tinges fun with true feeling.” – ABC News

• “Asteroid City, with its sprawling cast, beautiful hues, mumbled jokes, box-within-a-box setup, references that only the 80+ crowd may truly get and retro-cool soundtrack, actually makes you feel things even if it can’t quite make sense of itself.” – Associated Press

Where to Watch Asteroid City in Canada 

“Asteroid City” is yet to be available on streaming services in Canada.

Is Asteroid Ciy Available on Streaming?

“Asteroid City” has yet to make its debut on streaming services since the film is still playing in theaters. The movie is a Focus Features and Universal Pictures production, so viewers can expect it to be available on Peacock TV in a few months since the streaming platform and the production firms are owned by the same company, NBCUniversal.

While you wait for “Asteroid City” to arrive on Peacock TV, you might want to stream other noteworthy films on the platform, such as “Tár,” “Renfield,” and “Cocaine Bear.”

Is Asteroid City Available for Rent (VOD)?

“Asteroid City” is currently not available on any VOD platforms.

Is Asteroid City Available on Cable or Free TV?

“Asteroid City” is not airing on any cable channels in Canada at the moment.

Should I Use a VPN to Watch Asteroid City?

The film will likely be streaming on Peacock TV, which is only available in the US and other European countries, so you will need a VPN to watch the movie.

Stars Align in Asteroid City

With his distinct visual style, whimsical characters, and storytelling prowess, Anderson solidifies his status as a master filmmaker in “Asteroid City” through his captivating narrative that takes viewers on a journey where cosmic forces intertwine with human connections.