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.
Trudy Ederle
Meg Ederle
Bill Burgess
Henry Ederle
Gertrude Ederle
James Sullivan
Charlotte 'Eppy' Epstein
Jabez Wolffe
Henry Jr. (Teen)
"Young Women and the Sea" is a recent film that had a brief run in theaters but is now primarily available on Disney+. The movie follows the inspiring story of a female swimmer who achieves the remarkable feat of becoming the first woman to swim across the English Channel. It is a well-crafted film that delves into historical events with great attention to detail. Even my 14-year-old son, who typically isn't drawn to historical films, found himself captivated by the narrative. The film is engaging, set in its time period, and boasts impressive performances. The resemblance of the mother ...
Status Released
Original LanguageEnglish
Budget$40,000,000.00
Revenue $581,725.00