Sully (2016)
A pilot's heroic water landing becomes a gritty, intimate fight for his reputation and career.
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.
How intense is Sully?
Sully is mildly scary, with no gore and some violence. Emotionally it is heavy. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch and a comfort watch. Rated PG-13.
What Sully feels like
- Tone
- earnestsuspensefulgrittyintimate
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attentionComfort watch
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Sully
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Sully for you?
Is Sully scary?
Only a little. Sully has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Sully gory or violent?
No gore (0 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3). Squeamish viewers are fine here.
Is Sully sad or heavy?
It is emotionally heavy (2 of 3). Expect it to land.
Is Sully OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 0, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Sully?
Sully runs 1h 36m.
Where can I stream Sully?
Sully is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Sully have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
Yes. It lands on a happy note.
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