Storyline
The story of competitive swimmer Gertrude Ederle, who, in 1926, was the first woman to ever swim across the English Channel.
Review
8.5
“This film is a heartfelt, old-fashioned sports biopic that champions perseverance against societal odds. Daisy Ridley's performance is captivating, anchoring an emotionally resonant true story. While predictable and occasionally leaning into tropes, its inspiring message and strong emotional core make it a genuinely affecting experience.”
Recommended For
Anyone seeking an emotionally resonant, inspirational true story about overcoming adversity and achieving greatness, particularly fans of classic biopics and sports dramas.
Cast
Stephen Graham
Bill Burgess
Daisy Ridley
Trudy Ederle
Kim Bodnia
Henry Ederle
Tilda Cobham-Hervey
Meg Ederle
Glenn Fleshler
James Sullivan
Jeanette Hain
Gertrude Ederle
Christopher Eccleston
Jabez Wolffe
Sian Clifford
Charlotte 'Eppy' Epstein
Olive Abercrombie
Young Trudy Ederle
Ethan Rouse
Henry Jr. (Teen)
Lilly Aspell
Young Meg EderleRaphael J. Bishop
Young Henry Jr. EderleDevina Vassileva
Aileen Riggin
Alex Hassell
Harry Horlick
Alexander Karim
Benji Zammit
Tessa Bonham Jones
Helen WainwrightVanina Yordanova
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