What day and time will 'True Spirit' release? And everything else you need to know about Netflix film
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Debra Martin Chase ('The Princess Diaries', 'Sisterhood of Traveling Pants') and Andrew Fraser ('Lion') are producers for the upcoming 'True Spirit' movie for Martin Chase Productions and Sunstar Entertainment. The biopic will be directed by Sarah Spillane, who also co-adapted the screenplay with Cathy Randall. Spillane previously helmed 'This Life' and 'Around the Block'.
'Titans' star Teagan Croft stars as Jessica Watson in the upcoming biopic 'True Spirit'. Coming to Netflix in February 2023, here is everything you need to know about 'True Spirit', including the plot, cast, trailer, first-look photos, and the Netflix release date.
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When does 'True Spirit' release?
With Netflix releasing its 2023 film slate and the promotional material for the movie, we can now confirm that 'True Spirit' will be released on the platform on Friday, February 3, 2023.
How to watch 'True Spirit'?
The movie is being released exclusively on Netflix. If you don’t have a Netflix subscription yet, you can opt for one of their four plans: Basic with ads ($6.99/month), Basic ($9.99/month), Standard ($15.49/month), or Premium ($19.99/month).
Who stars in 'True Spirit'?
Teagan Croft stars as Jessica Watson, the protagonist of 'True Spirit'. Croft gained recognition for playing Rachel Roth in the HBO Max series 'Titans' from the DC Universe, as well as playing Indi Sommerville in 'The Osiris Child'. Croft started her acting career with a theatrical adaptation of 'To Kill a Mockingbird', playing the role of Scout Finch at only nine years old. Starring alongside her are award-winning actors Cliff Curtis as Ben Bryant and Anna Paquin as Julie Watson. Curtis’ acting credits include 'Training Day', 'Collateral Damage', and 'The Dark Horse', for which he received the Asia Pacific Screen Award for 'Best Performance by an Actor'. Paquin gained worldwide praise for her performance as Flora McGrath in 'The Piano', which won her the Academy Award for 'Best Supporting Actress' at only 11 years old, cementing her as the second-youngest winner in Oscar history. Joining the rest of the cast are Josh Lawson as Roger Watson, Bridget Webb as Emily Watson, Stacy Clausen as Tom Watson, and Todd Lasance as Craig Atherton.
What is the plot of 'True Spirit'?
The 210-day sailing trip around the world by Jessica Watson is documented in the book 'True Spirit'. Despite being only 16 years old at the time, she covered more than 22,000 nautical miles. Although many people view her epic journey as a victorious accomplishment, it was undoubtedly not without difficulties. She had to battle with everything from gale-force winds to deadly icebergs to intense loneliness. The film charts her development from a typical young girl to someone with the strength, courage, and tenacity to chase her aspirations.
What is the buzz around 'True Spirit'?
As the movie is coming close to its premiere, Watson told ABC News that it was surreal to look back at her historic achievement as an adult. "It's odd, right? It's weird. I'm a completely different person. So much has happened and so much time has passed," she said. Looks like after the release of the book, Watson's story will find a global audience very soon through Netflix.
Watch the trailer of the movie below:
