“Last Breath” is a 2025 survival thriller directed by Alex Parkinson, featuring Woody Harrelson, Simu Liu, and Finn Cole. The film dramatizes the true story of deep-sea diver Chris Lemons (portrayed by Finn Cole), who, in 2012, became trapped 330 feet underwater in the North Sea after a computer failure severed his oxygen supply. Remarkably, Lemons survived over 30 minutes without air before being rescued, an ordeal that underscores human resilience and the will to survive.
The supporting cast includes Cliff Curtis as Captain Andre Jenson, Mark Bonnar as Craig, MyAnna Buring as Hanna, and Bobby Rainsbury as Morag, Chris’s fiancée. The film is a narrative adaptation of Parkinson’s 2019 documentary of the same name. Principal photography commenced in Malta in May 2023.
“Last Breath” was released in U.S. theaters on February 28, 2025. As a Focus Features release, it is anticipated to stream on Peacock, Universal Studios’ platform, potentially by mid-April 2025.
The film has a runtime of 93 minutes and is rated PG-13.
Critical reception has been generally positive. Simon Abrams of RogerEbert.com noted that “Last Breath” effectively presents underwater action, integrating hand-held camerawork with surveillance footage to create tension.
For audiences interested in true survival stories and high-stakes drama, “Last Breath” offers a compelling cinematic experience.
