

Young Woman and the Sea
Directed byJoachim Rønning
Directed by
Joachim Rønning
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.
english channel
biography
based on true story
swimming
1920s
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Last Updated: April 26, 2025