Overview

This is the extraordinary true story of Trudy Ederle, the first woman to successfully swim the English Channel. Through the steadfast support of her older sister and supportive trainers, she overcame adversity and the animosity of a patriarchal society to rise through the ranks of the Olympic swimming team and complete the 21-mile trek from France to England.

Featured Cast

Tilda Cobham-Hervey

Stephen Graham

Kim Bodnia

Jeanette Hain

Glenn Fleshler

Sian Clifford

Christopher Eccleston

Ethan Rouse

Olive Abercrombie

Lilly Aspell