'Fly Me to the Moon' Blends Real NASA Footage with Fictional Romance

Scarlett Johansson stars in a romantic comedy-drama set during the Apollo 11 mission, using extensive archival footage to enhance authenticity.

Director Greg Berlanti used over 10,000 hours of NASA's archival footage to recreate the Apollo 11 launch.
The film tells a fictional story of a PR expert and a launch director falling in love while preparing a fake moon landing.
Screenwriter Rose Gilroy's script, praised for its originality, was her first major project.
NASA's involvement ensured the film's historical elements were accurate, including shooting on location at Cape Kennedy.
The movie mixes comedic and dramatic tones, inspired by classic films from the '80s and '90s.