Last Breath (2025)

Genre: Diving Survival Thriller
Director: Alex Parkinson
Writers: Mitchell LaFortune, Alex Parkinson, David Brooks
Producers: David Brooks, Paul Brooks, Norman Golightly, Stewart Le Marechal, Anna Mohr-Pietsch, Al Morrow, Jeremy Plager, Hal Sadoff
Production Company: Focus Features

Synopsis:

“Last Breath” is a heart-pounding thriller based on the incredible true story of a deep-sea diving rescue mission that unfolded in 2012. The film follows a team of seasoned divers as they battle the raging elements to save their crewmate, who becomes trapped hundreds of feet below the ocean’s surface after his umbilical line gets caught and cut. With only an emergency air tank and the clock ticking, the crew must perform the impossible to bring him back to safety. This electrifying tale of teamwork, resilience, and survival is set to be a white-knuckle experience for moviegoers.

Cast:

• Woody Harrelson – A seasoned diver and leader of the rescue mission, determined not to lose a crewmate.
• Simu Liu – An expert diver whose calm demeanor is tested by the high-stakes mission.
• Finn Cole – The trapped crewmate, fighting to stay alive against all odds.
• Additional Cast Members: TBD

Key Features:

• True Story: Based on the real-life events of 2012, “Last Breath” dramatizes the same story told in the critically acclaimed 2019 documentary of the same name.
• Director’s Expertise: Alex Parkinson, who also co-directed the documentary, brings his extensive experience in underwater storytelling from projects like “River Monsters” and “Jeremy Wade’s Dark Waters.”
• Screenplay: Co-written by Parkinson, Mitchell LaFortune, and David Brooks, delivering a gripping narrative that combines authenticity with cinematic intensity.

Trailer Details:

Focus Features has unveiled the first official trailer for “Last Breath.” The trailer showcases intense underwater sequences, emotional stakes, and the relentless fight against nature’s elements. Woody Harrelson’s powerful line, “I’m not losing a diver today!” sets the tone for this nail-biting thriller.

Production Team:

The film boasts a stellar production team with expertise in creating engaging and emotionally charged stories. Notable names include Paul Brooks (“Pitch Perfect” series), Stewart Le Marechal (“The Wife”), and Hal Sadoff (“The Nice Guys”).

Why Watch?

“Last Breath” promises to be a cinematic spectacle that will leave audiences breathless. From its true-story roots to its high-stakes drama and visually stunning underwater sequences, this film is a must-watch for thrill-seekers and fans of survival stories. With a talented cast and experienced crew, “Last Breath” is poised to be one of the standout films of early 2025.