Young Woman and the Sea
2024 · 2h 9m · History, Drama
Watch it tonight if you're in the mood for an inspiring underdog story with real historical stakes—Trudy Ederle's Channel swim is genuinely badass, and the 1920s feminist angle gives this more bite than your typical sports drama. It's a solid, feel-good pick that won't blow your mind but will absolutely entertain you.
Plot
This is the extraordinary true story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to successfully swim the English Channel. Through the steadfast support of her older sister and supportive trainers, she overcame adversity and the animosity of a patriarchal society to rise through the ranks of the Olympic swimming team and complete the 21-mile trek from France to England.
Director: Joachim Rønning
Cast: Daisy Ridley, Tilda Cobham-Hervey, Stephen Graham, Kim Bodnia, Jeanette Hain