Plot — What is Rescue at Sea about?
On January 23, 1909, two ships--one carrying Italian immigrants to New York, the other American tourists to Europe--collided in a dense fog off Nantucket Island. In an instant, more than 1,500 lives suddenly became dependent on a new technology, wireless telegraphy, and the efforts of a twenty-six-year-old wireless operator who bravely tapped out distress signals form his sinking ship. "Rescue at Sea", a story of courage, luck and heroism. Produced by Ben Loeterman, the film features interviews with descendants of passengers and crew, recollections of the young hero, Jack Binns and surprising revelations of the connections between this event and a later disaster at sea: the "Titanic". David McCullough narrates, and Matthew Broderick provides the voice of Jack Binns.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 1999 |
| Genre | Documentary, History |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 56 min |
Rescue at Sea — FAQ
Is Rescue at Sea worth watching? On January 23, 1909, two ships--one carrying Italian immigrants to New York, the other American tourists to Europe--collided in a dense fog off Nantucket Island. In an instant, more than 1,500 lives suddenly became depen
Who directed Rescue at Sea? Directed by Ben Loeterman.
Who is in the cast of Rescue at Sea? It stars David McCullough.
Where can I stream Rescue at Sea? Streaming availability for Rescue at Sea is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did Rescue at Sea release? It released in 1999.
