Sully: Miracle on the Hudson - (2016)
Sully: Miracle on the Hudson is a 2016 American biographical drama film directed by Clint Eastwood. The film stars Tom Hanks as Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger, the pilot who famously landed US Airways Flight 1549 on the Hudson River after both engines failed shortly after takeoff from LaGuardia Airport. The screenplay was adapted by Todd Komarnicki from Sullenberger's autobiography, Highest Duty, co-written with Jeffrey Zaslow.
Plot Summary
The film recounts the events of January 15, 2009, when Flight 1549 encountered a flock of geese shortly after takeoff, resulting in a dual engine failure. With no viable options for landing, Sully made the split-second decision to ditch the plane in the Hudson River. All 155 passengers and crew members aboard survived, leading to the incident being dubbed the "Miracle on the Hudson."
While the film primarily focuses on the emergency landing and the immediate aftermath, it also delves into the investigation that followed, where Sully faced scrutiny and second-guessing from aviation authorities regarding his decision-making during the crisis. The narrative highlights themes of heroism, the burden of responsibility, and the psychological toll of such a high-stakes situation.