Ephraim's Rescue (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film · ★ 6.1
Released in 2013, Ephraim's Rescue is a drama, adventure and history film directed by T.C. Christensen, running about 99 minutes. “Decisions Determine Destiny” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. From T.C. Christensen, director of the sensational pioneer film, 17 Miracles, comes the heroic true story of a simple man who was called to do the work of angels. Ephraim’s Rescue relates the story of Ephraim Hanks: a rescuer of the Martin Handcart company. Follow Ephraim as his adventures lead him to join the LDS Church and ultimately to one of the most heroic rescues in American history. With a unique desire to help and strengthen others, Ephraim learns that each choice we make can prepare us for what lies ahead. He discovers, through it all, that decisions determine destiny.
Who’s in it. Ephraim's Rescue stars Darin Southam as Ephraim Hanks, Richard Benedict as Ephraim Hanks (older), Koleman Stinger as Thomas Dobson (8) and James Gaisford as Thomas Dobson, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.1/10, Ephraim's Rescue has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Dove Amazon Channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ephraim's Rescue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ephraim's Rescue tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ephraim's Rescue (2013)?
- In US, Ephraim's Rescue is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Dove Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ephraim's Rescue worth watching?
- Ephraim's Rescue holds an audience score of 6.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Ephraim's Rescue?
- Ephraim's Rescue stars Darin Southam, Richard Benedict, Koleman Stinger, James Gaisford and Katherine Nelson Thompson.
- When was Ephraim's Rescue released?
- Ephraim's Rescue was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.