Added to Tubi on Sunday, Apr 7, 2024 The film portrays the harrowing true story of the USS Indianapolis, tasked with a top-secret mission during WWII. After delivering parts for the atomic bombs to be used on Japan, the ship is sunk by a Japanese submarine. The survivors are left stranded in the shark-infested Philippine Sea, facing extreme dehydration, starvation, and relentless shark attacks. The ordeal of the crew, their struggle for survival against odds, and the eventual rescue after five long days create a gripping narrative of bravery and endurance.
Length: 2h 10m
Genre: War
This Title is: Based on a true WWII tale, Dramatic, Survival
Cast
- Nicolas Cage
- Tom Sizemore
- Thomas Jane
- Matt Lanter
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R
Intense scenes of war violence, survival peril, and brief language.
Trivia
- The film consulted actual survivors of the USS Indianapolis disaster, the US Navy, and the US Coast Guard during script development.
- Real World War II-era planes and ships were used in filming to authentically depict the historical events.
- Nicolas Cage’s discussion with Richard Stephens, a real survivor of the USS Indianapolis, added depth to the portrayal of the harrowing events.
Trailer
Our Review
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Despite the gripping true story behind “USS Indianapolis: Men of Courage,” the film’s execution falls short in terms of visual effects and attention to detail, which at times distract from the narrative’s intensity. However, the strong performances, especially by Nicolas Cage, add gravitas to the survival story. Critics and audiences have pointed out the missed potential in the adaptation, highlighting the dramatic real-life events that could have been more profoundly depicted.
