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Spielberg Credits Nolan for Interstellar's Success and Vision

4/10/2026

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Steven Spielberg briefly worked on Interstellar before Christopher Nolan took over.
Jonathan Nolan warned him that Christopher Nolan would take over if Spielberg dropped out.
Spielberg acknowledged Interstellar became a better film under Christopher Nolan's direction.
Christopher Nolan confirmed his excitement about the project and his collaboration with Jonathan Nolan.
Interstellar, released in November 2014, grossed $681 million and earned five Oscar nominations.

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Steven Spielberg briefly worked on Interstellar before Christopher Nolan took over.
Jonathan Nolan warned him that Christopher Nolan would take over if Spielberg dropped out.
Spielberg acknowledged Interstellar became a better film under Christopher Nolan's direction.
Christopher Nolan confirmed his excitement about the project and his collaboration with Jonathan Nolan.
Interstellar, released in November 2014, grossed $681 million and earned five Oscar nominations.