A pilot's heroic water landing becomes a gritty, intimate fight for his reputation and career.
Earnest and suspenseful. A comfort watch at a measured pace. Emotionally it is heavy. Based on true events.
Streaming on YouTube (free).
Nothing past what a PG-13 promises: no sex or nudity and mild language.
Rated PG-13, but by what is on screen our estimate is fine from about 7.
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On 15 January 2009, the world witnessed the 'Miracle on the Hudson' when Captain 'Sully' Sullenberger glided his disabled plane onto the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 souls aboard. However, even as Sully was being heralded by the public and the media for his unprecedented feat of aviation skill, an investigation was unfolding that threatened to destroy his reputation and career.
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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