Young Woman and the Sea (2024)
Kernel Score: 88% · 408 ratings · Rated PG
Genres: History, Drama
Released: 2024-05-31
Runtime: 129 minutes
Where to watch Young Woman and the Sea
- Stream: Disney+
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
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.
Young Woman and the Sea parents' guide: ages 6+
Parents need to know that Young Woman and the Sea is a PG biographical drama about Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official PG rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Joachim Rønning
Cast
- Daisy Ridley as Trudy Ederle
- Tilda Cobham-Hervey as Meg Ederle
- Stephen Graham as Bill Burgess
- Kim Bodnia as Henry Ederle
- Jeanette Hain as Gertrude Ederle
- Glenn Fleshler as James Sullivan
- Sian Clifford as Charlotte 'Eppy' Epstein
- Christopher Eccleston as Jabez Wolffe
- Ethan Rouse as Henry Jr. (Teen)
- Olive Abercrombie as Young Trudy Ederle
Young Woman and the Sea FAQ
Is Young Woman and the Sea good?
Young Woman and the Sea has an 88% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 408 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Young Woman and the Sea?
In the US you can stream Young Woman and the Sea on Disney+.
Is Young Woman and the Sea OK for kids?
Young Woman and the Sea is rated PG. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 6+. Parents need to know that Young Woman and the Sea is a PG biographical drama about Trudy Ederle, the first woman to swim the English Channel.
What movies are like Young Woman and the Sea?
If you liked Young Woman and the Sea, try NYAD, Darkest Hour, Big George Foreman and The Boys in the Boat.