Kristen Stewart to Star in 'The Challenger' Series on Amazon Prime Video

Why this matters: This series offers a look into a pivotal moment in space history through the experiences of Sally Ride, a barrier-breaking figure. It combines personal achievements with a critical examination of the Challenger tragedy.

'The Challenger' will explore the events leading up to the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster and the investigation that followed. The series will portray the intense scrutiny NASA faced and Ride's role on the Rogers Commission, which was tasked with finding the cause of the tragedy. Additionally, the show will highlight Ride's personal journey, from her recruitment and training to her historic space flight.

The series aims to capture the complexities of NASA's inner workings and the personal sacrifices made by the astronauts of the '78 class. Production companies involved include Big Swing Productions, Amblin Television, and Stewart’s Nevermind Pictures.

Kristen Stewart will portray Sally Ride.

The series covers Sally Ride's journey to becoming the first American woman in space and the investigation into the Space Shuttle Challenger disaster.

Maggie Cohn ('The Staircase') is the showrunner.

What aspects of Sally Ride's life and career are you most excited to see portrayed in 'The Challenger'?

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