Turning Tide movie poster

Turning Tide

November 6, 2013 1h 37m 6.2/10 (233 votes)

Originally released in 2013. Turning Tide is a adventure/drama film. directed by Christophe Offenstein.

Starring François Cluzet, Samy Seghir, and Virginie Efira

Synopsis

Yann Madec, long-time best mate of Frank Drevil, the star skipper of Global System Insurance, sees his dream come true when he replaces the injured Frank at the last minute for the start of the Vendée Globe. Nine days into the race and leading, Yann is forced to stop in Cape Verde to repair his broken center-board. Back in the race, Yann discovers a stowaway on board, a Senegalese teenager named Moussa. Faced with the risk of disqualification because of Moussa’s presence, Yann hesitates… Their encounter leads to the most unforgettable round-the-world race ever.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 6, 2013 12 years ago
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Runtime 1h 37m 97 minutes total
User Rating 6.2/10 Good (233 votes)
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Budget $1.7M Production budget
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Box Office $7M 4.1x return
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Language French Original language
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Country Belgium + 2 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
FR
Budget
$1,700,000
Revenue
$7,029,858

Production Companies

  • Ciné+
  • Gaumont
  • Les Films du Cap
  • SCOPE Pictures
  • A Contracorriente Films
  • Canal+

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Turning Tide about?

Yann Madec, long-time best mate of Frank Drevil, the star skipper of Global System Insurance, sees his dream come true when he replaces the injured Frank at the last minute for the start of the Ven...

Who directed Turning Tide?

Turning Tide was directed by Christophe Offenstein.

How long is Turning Tide?

Turning Tide has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).

When was Turning Tide released?

Turning Tide was released on November 6, 2013 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Turning Tide?

The main cast of Turning Tide includes François Cluzet, Samy Seghir, Virginie Efira, Guillaume Canet, Karine Vanasse.

Is Turning Tide worth watching?

Turning Tide has a user rating of 6.2/10 based on 233 reviews, indicating good reception from audiences.