Trapped
“The authentic footage from the unique rescue operation”
Synopsis
A ship sinks off West Africa. Everyone aboard drowns, except the cook. Trapped in a small air pocket with water up to his neck, he faces a slow death as oxygen dwindles. This extraordinary documentary follows untrained diver Nico’s daring mission to save him. After miraculously finding the cook alive after three days, Nico faces his biggest challenge yet: navigating narrow, deadly passages to bring him to safety. Told through authentic footage and audio from divers' helmet cams, this film showcases heroism, hope, and friendship, proving miracles can still happen.
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Type: Trailer • Published 2025-07-15
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Lasse Spang Olsen
- Original Title
- Trapped
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 15m
- Production Studios
- Journeyman Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Lasse Spang Olsen
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Lasse Spang Olsen
Director
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International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trapped
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What is Trapped about?
A ship sinks off West Africa. Everyone aboard drowns, except the cook. Trapped in a small air pocket with water up to his neck, he faces a slow death as oxygen dwindles. This extraordinary documentary follows untrained diver Nico’s daring mission to save him. After miraculously finding the cook alive after three days, Nico faces his biggest challenge yet: navigating narrow, deadly passages to bring him to safety. Told through authentic footage and audio from divers' helmet cams, this film showcases heroism, hope, and friendship, proving miracles can still happen.
Who directed Trapped?
Trapped was directed by Lasse Spang Olsen.
Who stars in Trapped?
The principal cast of Trapped includes Okene Harrison, Nico van Heerden.
When was Trapped released and how long is it?
Trapped was released in 2025 with a total runtime of 1h 15m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Trapped?
Trapped holds official age classifications: AU: PG (Parental Guidance — Recommended for mature viewers.).