The Boys in the Boat (2024)

Release Date: December 25, 2024

Genres: Biographical, Drama, Sports

Runtime: 2h 15m

Status: Coming Soon

Rating: PG-13

Star Rating: 4.5/5

Against the backdrop of the Great Depression, a group of working-class young men from the University of Washington, fueled by determination and grit, embark on an extraordinary journey to defy the odds and rewrite history. ‘The Boys in the Boat’ is a powerful and inspiring true story of the 1936 US Olympic rowing team, who against all odds, won the hearts of millions and proved that even in the darkest of times, the human spirit can triumph.

Get ready to be swept away by the incredible tale of perseverance, teamwork, and courage, set against the majestic scenery of Seattle’s ever-changing waterways, the tranquil tranquility of Lake Washington, and the magnificent vistas of the 1936 Berlin Olympics.

This film tells the captivating story of how these eight young men, under the guidance of their unorthodox coach, Al Ulbrickson, embarked on a path that would challenge them physically, mentally, and emotionally. As they strive for greatness, they will learn the value of trust, unity, and sacrifice, ultimately forging an unbreakable bond that will propel them to achieve greatness.

Cast:

George Clooney as Al Ulbrickson

Chris Cooper as Tom Sr.

Sam Strike as Joe Rantz

Callum Turner as Chuck Day

Lexi McGuire as Theresa Rantz

Noah Jupe as young Joe Rantz

Crew:

Directed by: George Clooney

Screenplay by: Wes Tooke, Mark L. Smith

Cinematography by: Martin Ruhe

Music by: John Powell