True Spirit
2023, English. Directed by Sarah Spillane.
When the tenacious young sailor Jessica Watson sets out to be the youngest person to sail solo, nonstop and unassisted around the world, many expect her to fail. With the support of her sailing coach and mentor Ben Bryant and her parents, Jessica is determined to accomplish what was thought to be impossible, navigating some of the world’s most challenging stretches of ocean over the course of 210 days.
- Runtime
- 1h 49m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Where to watch True Spirit
True Spirit is streaming on Netflix in India.
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Cast & crew
- Sarah SpillaneDirector
- Teagan CroftJessica Watson
- Cliff CurtisBen Bryant
- Alyla BrowneYoung Jessica
- Josh LawsonRoger Watson
- Anna PaquinJulie Watson
- Bridget WebbEmily Watson
- Stacy ClausenTom Watson
- Todd LasanceCraig Atherton
- Josephine FlynnReporter #1
- Alice TateGeorgina Bauer
- Ling Cooper TangSusie the News Presenter
- Shanyn AsmarFemale Politician
Details
- Released
- 26 January 2023
- Country
- Australia, United States of America
- Written by
- Rebecca Banner, Cathy Randall, Sarah Spillane
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What True Spirit is based on
True Spirit is based on a true story.
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True Spirit: quick answers
Is True Spirit worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.0/10 from 277 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is True Spirit?
True Spirit runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Does True Spirit have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for True Spirit. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
True Spirit parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
True Spirit is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is True Spirit on?
True Spirit is streaming on Netflix in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
What movies are like True Spirit?
If you liked True Spirit, try The Count of Monte Cristo, The Last of the Mohicans, Against the Ice.
Who directed True Spirit?
True Spirit (2023) was directed by Sarah Spillane and stars Teagan Croft, Cliff Curtis, Alyla Browne.
What is True Spirit based on?
True Spirit is based on a true story.