Disney Releases Trailer for “Young Woman and the Sea,” Chronicling the Triumph of Trudy Ederle

Disney has released the teaser for its upcoming film “Young Woman and the Sea,” a compelling portrayal of Trudy Ederle, the pioneering swimmer who became the first woman to cross the English Channel. The film, scheduled for a countrywide cinema premiere on May 31, 2024, aims to inspire audiences with its extraordinary journey of resilience and resolve.

Daisy Ridley plays the lead in the film, which recounts Ederle’s journey from her impoverished beginnings in New York City to her historic swim across the hazardous waters of the English Channel in 1926. Despite societal restrictions and mistrust from critics, Ederle’s unwavering determination, aided by the support of her sister and trainers, leads her to Olympic triumph and, ultimately, the pinnacle of swimming performance.

The film is directed by Joachim Rønning and written by Jeff Nathanson, stars a talented cast including Tilda Cobham-Hervey, Stephen Graham, Kim Bodnia, Christopher Eccleston, and Glenn Fleshler. The screenplay, based on Glenn Stout’s book “Young Woman and the Sea: How Trudy Ederle Conquered the English Channel and Inspired the World,” aims to bring Ederle’s inspirational narrative to life on film.

Produced by Jerry Bruckheimer, Chad Oman, and Jeff Nathanson, with executive producers John G. Scotti, Daisy Ridley, and Joachim Rønning, “Young Woman and the Sea” is set to make a splash in theaters worldwide. Audiences can expect a thrilling story of triumph over adversity, as Ederle’s remarkable achievement has inspired generations.

“Young Woman and the Sea” will premiere in select cinemas on May 31, 2024, inviting audiences to see the amazing journey of a woman who beat the odds to make an unforgettable impact on history.