The Mercy
2018, English. Directed by James Marsh.
Based on the true story
In 1968, Donald Crowhurst, an amateur sailor, endangers the fate of his family and business, and his own life, blinded by his ambition to compete in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race, attempting to become the first person in history to single-handedly circumnavigate the world without making any stopover.
- Runtime
- 1h 42m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
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Where to watch The Mercy
The Mercy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India.
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Cast & crew
- James MarshDirector
- Colin FirthDonald Crowhurst
- Rachel WeiszClare Crowhurst
- David ThewlisRodney Hallworth
- Mark GatissRonald Hall
- Genevieve Gaunt'Miss Teignmouth'
- Jonathan BaileyIan Wheeler
- Andrew BuchanIan Milburn
- Simon McBurneySir Francis Chichester
- Eleanor StaggRachel Crowhurst
- Ken StottStanley Best
- Finn ElliotJames Crowhurst
- Kit ConnorSimon Crowhurst
Details
- Released
- 9 February 2018
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Written by
- Scott Z. Burns
- Budget
- $18M
- Box office
- $4.5M
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What The Mercy is based on
The Mercy is based on a true story.
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The Mercy: quick answers
Is The Mercy worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.9/10 from 313 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is The Mercy?
The Mercy runs 102 minutes (1h 42m).
Does The Mercy have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for The Mercy. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
The Mercy parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Mercy is rated PG-13 in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Mercy on?
The Mercy is streaming on Amazon Prime Video in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Mercy?
If you liked The Mercy, try True Spirit, Tenzing, I Am David.
Who directed The Mercy?
The Mercy (2018) was directed by James Marsh and stars Colin Firth, Rachel Weisz, David Thewlis.
What is The Mercy based on?
The Mercy is based on a true story.