Behind the Iron Curtain: Unveiling the Soviet Space Race

Star City, a new television drama, explores the Soviet view of the Cold War space race. Premiering on Apple TV, it depicts the challenges faced by engineers and cosmonauts at the secret training base near Moscow. Filled with intrigue, the series highlights the dangers on Earth and in space.

In 'Star City,' a new television drama on Apple TV, viewers are taken behind the Iron Curtain to explore the Soviet perspective of the Cold War space race. The eight-part series serves as a spin-off of the U.S. sci-fi show 'For All Mankind,' presenting an alternate history where the Soviet Union reached the moon first.

The drama features Rhys Ifans and Anna Maxwell Martin in leading roles, portraying key figures in the Soviet space program. Set in 1969, 'Star City' follows the lives of astronauts, engineers, and intelligence officers as they navigate the risks inherent in working on the Soviet space program. This suspenseful narrative delves into the authentic fabric of life behind the Iron Curtain.

Premiering amidst renewed public interest in space exploration, courtesy of NASA's Artemis II lunar mission, 'Star City' aims to captivate audiences with its authentic portrayal of the Soviet space efforts, making minimal use of makeup and focusing heavily on genuine performances and soundscapes.