The Rescue (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2021, The Rescue is a thriller, drama and documentary film directed by Jimmy Chin, running about 107 minutes. “Courage runs deep” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The enthralling, against-all-odds story that transfixed the world in 2018: the daring rescue of twelve boys and their coach from deep inside a flooded cave in Northern Thailand.
Who’s in it. The Rescue stars Jim Warny as Self, Thanet Natisri as Self, John Volanthen as Self and Derek Anderson as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, The Rescue sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue. It went on to earn $946.6K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Disney Plus and YouTube TV. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Rescue page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Rescue tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, Pulp Fiction, Parasite and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Rescue (2021)?
- In US, The Rescue is available to stream on Disney Plus and YouTube TV. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Rescue worth watching?
- The Rescue holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy thriller, drama and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Rescue?
- The Rescue stars Jim Warny, Thanet Natisri, John Volanthen, Derek Anderson and Rick Stanton.
- When was The Rescue released?
- The Rescue was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 107 minutes.