Rescue (2011): cast, story & where to watch
2011 · Film · ★ 4.7
Released in 2011, Rescue is a documentary film directed by Stephen Low, running about 46 minutes. “Ride with real heroes on the mission of a lifetime” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Rescue plunges audiences into the hard, but inspiring work of saving lives in the face of a natural disaster. Behind the scenes, the film follows a Canadian naval commander, two pilots, and a volunteer rescue technician as they train for action. When an earthquake strikes Haiti, creating one of the biggest humanitarian disasters of the century, the audience is swept along, joining with the massive effort that brings military and civilian responders and hardware from around the world. Rescue is a journey of real-world disaster and emergency response captured (in 3D) with unprecedented scale and impact for the giant screen.
How it landed. With an audience score of 4.7/10, Rescue has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rescue page.
If you liked it. Fans of Rescue tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Rescue (2011)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Rescue change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Rescue worth watching?
- Rescue holds an audience score of 4.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Rescue released?
- Rescue was released in 2011, with a runtime of about 46 minutes.