
Daisy Ridley is set to portray the inspiring true story of Gertrude 'Trudy' Ederle in the upcoming film 'Young Woman and the Sea.' The movie is based on the book 'Young Woman and the Sea: How Trudy Ederle Conquered the English Channel and Inspired the World' by Glenn Stout, published in 2022.
Trudy Ederle made history as the first woman to successfully swim across the English Channel. The film stars Ridley in the lead role, showcasing Ederle's remarkable achievement and the impact it had on women in sports.