Good Night Oppy

Launched alongside its twin rover, Spirit, in 2003, Oppy's goal was to analyze the rocks and soil on Mars for evidence of water. When the scientists and engineers at Mission Control realized just how resilient Oppy was, they sent it on a dramatic journey over the tumultuous terrain of the red planet, commanding it one step at a time from 34 million miles away. Here, time is measured in years, not days, as Oppy becomes a part of their family. With unique access and archival footage, Ryan White's spirited documentary puts special focus on the men and women who guided Oppy through extraterrestrial dust and dirt in a delicate, but inspired, balancing act that kept the rover exploring.