In 1983, yacht sailor Will Parker leads an American crew financed by millionaire Morgan Weld to defeat during the America's Cup race against an Australian crew. Determined to get the prize back, Will convinces Morgan to finance an experimental boat designed by his ex-girlfriend Kate's new beau, Joe Heisler. When the boat is completed, the Americans head to Australia to reclaim the cup.
Cinematography
Actual open-ocean racing footage—no CGI, all danger.
Practical Effects
They built and destroyed real America's Cup yachts. RIP budget.
Director
Carroll Ballard
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Real America's Cup sailors performed stunts; one nearly drowned when a boat capsized during filming.
The 1983 Australia's Cup loss this depicts ended 132 years of American dominance—think Miracle on Ice but with more SPF.
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