Sully
2016 | 96 min | Drama, History
Why it’s a Sunday Safe Bet
It earned strong reviews (85%) and it made about 4 times its budget, though it had little lasting buzz. A safe bet when you want something reliable.
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On 15 January 2009, the world witnessed the 'Miracle on the Hudson' when Captain 'Sully' Sullenberger glided his disabled plane onto the Hudson River, saving the lives of all 155 souls aboard. However, even as Sully was being heralded by the public and the media for his unprecedented feat of aviation skill, an investigation was unfolding that threatened to destroy his reputation and career.
How it earned its rating
- CriticsStrong
85% on Rotten Tomatoes, 74 on Metacritic
- AudiencesSolid
7.2/10 from 8K viewers
- AwardsSolid
1 win, 1 other nomination — nominated for Academy Award for Best Sound Editing; won National Board of Review: Top Ten Films
- Box office & staying powerStrong
$241 million worldwide on a $60 million budget
- Buzz & cultural impactBelow par
Measured from current popularity
Where to watch in US
YouTube FreeRent or buy: Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home, Spectrum On Demand, Plex
Trailer
Cast & crew
Directed by Clint Eastwood
- Tom HanksChesley 'Sully' Sullenberger
- Aaron EckhartJeff Skiles
- Anna GunnElizabeth Davis
- Holt McCallanyMike Cleary
- Mike O'MalleyCharles Porter
- Jamey SheridanBen Edwards
- Valerie MahaffeyDiane Higgins
- Delphi HarringtonLucille Palmer
- Ahmed LucanEgyptian Driver
- Laura LinneyLorrie Sullenberger