
Overview
Genre
Action, DramaRelease Date
September 29, 2006 (Wide)MPAA Rating
PG-13Studio
Touchstone PicturesOfficial Site
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Cast and Crew
Director
Andrew DavisProducer
Beau Flynn, Tripp VinsonScreenwriter
Ron L. BrinkerhoffStarring
- Kevin Costner as Ben Randall
- Ashton Kutcher as Jake Fischer
- Neal McDonough
- Melissa Sagemiller as Emily Thomas
- Clancy Brown as Capt. William Hadley
- Brian Geraghty
- Sela Ward as Helen Randall
Story
After losing his crew in a fatal crash, legendary Rescue Swimmer, Ben Randall (Kevin Costner), is sent to teach at "A" School, an elite training program for Coast Guard Rescue Swimmers. Wrestling with the loss of his crew members, he throws himself into teaching, turning the program upside down with his unorthodox training methods.
While there, he encounters a young, cocky swim champ, Jake Fischer (Ashton Kutcher), who is driven to be the best. During training, Randall helps mold Jake's character, combining his raw talent with the heart and dedication required of a Rescue Swimmer.
Upon graduation, Jake follows Randall to Kodiak, Alaska, where they face the inherent dangers of the Bering Sea. In his initial solo rescue, Jake learns firsthand from Randall, the true meaning of heroism and sacrifice, echoing the Swimmer's motto..."So Others May Live!"







