Travel beyond our moon and venture into the other planets in our solar system as you step into the giant-screen theater to watch Worlds Beyond Earth. The film, narrated by Academy Award winner Lupita Nyong'o, showcases the diversity of our neighboring planets and offers a closer look at the conditions that made life on Earth possible.

How to view the Worlds Beyond Earth special exhibit

Location: Floor 1, LeFrak Theater

The current Worlds Beyond Earth exhibit is a special, large-screen adaptation of the earlier ongoing Space Show, on view at the museum’s giant-screen theater. It runs every hour, from 10:30am to 4:30pm. Access to the exhibit is not included with your General Admission ticket .

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Things to know before booking your tickets for Worlds Beyond Earth

Worlds Beyond Earth is a special ticketed exhibit not included with your General Admission entry.
You can select the film as the special exhibit of your choice with your General Admission + 1 Ticketed Exhibition ticket .
Alternatively, you can also purchase the ticket for the show at the ticketing counters at AMNH.
Worlds Beyond Earth is a timed entry exhibit and requires prior registration. You can select the time you wish to visit when you choose your special exhibit.
The shows run hourly, daily, with the last show starting at 4:30pm.
Worlds Beyond Earth has captioning devices and audio description devices available upon request for those who require additional aid. You can speak to a member of the staff at the theater to make the necessary arrangements.

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Location: Floor 1, Samuel J. and Ethel LeFrak Theater, next to the North American Mammals Exhibition & Gilder Center
Timings: 10:30am to 4:30 pm, daily (AMNH and all its exhibits are closed on Thanksgiving & Christmas)
Duration: 25 minutes
Frequency: Every hour
Reservation required: Yes
Included with general admission: No
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible, with captioning devices and audio description devices available upon request. All screenings are in 2D.

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Frequently asked questions about Worlds Beyond Earth, the giant-screen film at AMNH

Is Worlds Beyond Earth a permanent exhibit at the LeFrak Theater?

No, Worlds Beyond Earth is a special ticketed exhibit on view at the LeFrak Theater till 6 January 2025.

Where can I buy my tickets for Worlds Beyond Earth?

You can pre-purchase the General Admission + 1 Ticketed Exhibition ticket and select Worlds Beyond Earth as the special exhibit of your choice . You can also add this exhibit to your General Admission ticket at the ticket counters at the entrance.

Is Worlds Beyond Earth kid-friendly?

Yes, Worlds Beyond Earth is a kid-friendly exhibit suited for people of all ages. It doesn’t require any prior scientific knowledge, and the simulations, combined with the narration, viewed on the giant screen, make it an engaging experience for children.

Is re-entry allowed with my ticket?

No, you can only visit the exhibit once with your ticket. You will have to purchase an additional ticket to view the film again.