

The Astronauts
Overview
Five kids accidentally launch aboard a spacecraft meant to intercept a mysterious asteroid in space. With no proper training and a malfunctioning onboard AI, the kids must work together to find their way back home.
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Top Cast

Miya Cech
Samantha “Samy” Sawyer-Wei

Bryce Gheisar
Elliot Combs

Keith L. Williams
Martin Taylor

Kayden Grace Swan
Doria Taylor

Ben Andrusco-Daon
Will Rivers

Paige Howard
Matilda (voice)
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About The Astronauts
The Astronauts is a family, sci-fi & fantasy series that first aired in 2020. Created by Ron Howard, it stars Miya Cech, Bryce Gheisar, Keith L. Williams. Five kids accidentally launch aboard a spacecraft meant to intercept a mysterious asteroid in space. With no proper training and a malfunctioning onboard AI, the kids must work together to find their way back home.
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