Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster (2020): cast, story & where to watch

2020 · Film · ★ 4.5

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Released in 2020, Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster is a documentary film directed by Sophie Elwin-Harris, running about 45 minutes. “The Deadliest Eruption in US History” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens was the deadliest in U.S. history. Survivor testimonies and rare images reveal the cataclysms it unleashed.

Who’s in it. Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster stars Bill Ratner as Narrator.

How it landed. With an audience score of 4.5/10, Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Disney Plus. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster page.

If you liked it. Fans of Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster (2020)?
In US, Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster is available to stream on Disney Plus. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster worth watching?
Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster holds an audience score of 4.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster?
Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster stars Bill Ratner.
When was Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster released?
Surviving the Mount St. Helens Disaster was released in 2020, with a runtime of about 45 minutes.