Project Hail Mary Deluxe Edition Set for December 1, 2026
Ballantine Books will publish the 496-page hardcover at $40, with stenciled page edges, new cover art and a custom-stamped case.
Ballantine Books has announced a Deluxe Edition of Andy Weir's novel Project Hail Mary, scheduled for release on December 1, 2026, according to screenrant.com. Pre-orders are available through major booksellers.
The Deluxe Edition is a 496-page hardcover with an official retail price of $40. It includes stenciled page edges, new cover artwork, full-color illustrated endpapers and a custom-stamped case.
The novel follows Ryland Grace, the protagonist of the story. Weir's book has already been adapted for the screen, with Ryan Gosling playing Grace and Phil Lord and Christopher Miller co-directing.
Earlier reception and film run
Project Hail Mary became a #1 New York Times bestseller and won Goodreads' 2021 Choice Award for science fiction. It also earned a Hugo Award nomination.
The film adaptation was released on March 15, 2026, with a runtime of 157 minutes. In 2026 it grossed more than $680 million worldwide, and ScreenRant's Gregory Nussen gave it a 9/10 review.
Quick answers
When does the Project Hail Mary Deluxe Edition come out?
It is scheduled for release on December 1, 2026, from Ballantine Books.
How much does the Project Hail Mary Deluxe Edition cost?
The 496-page hardcover has an official retail price of $40.
What is included in the Project Hail Mary Deluxe Edition?
It features stenciled page edges, new cover artwork, full-color illustrated endpapers and a custom-stamped case.