The Mercy 2018 Full Movie

The Mercy: A Story of Determination and Despair

The Mercy Full Movie: Synopsis

In 1968, English businessman Donald Crowhurst is inspired by Sir Francis Chichester to compete in the Sunday Times Golden Globe Race, a single-handed, round-the-world yacht race. Though only an amateur sailor, Crowhurst believes that technology and gumption will enable him to succeed in a custom trimaran, thus ensuring financial security for his wife and young children.

The Path of Deception and Tragedy

Crowhurst arranges sponsorship and a press agent to promote his voyage and he is also supported by his family. During his trip he attempts to give an optimistic version of events to both his family and press agent but inwardly he is feeling under pressure due to his financial situation, the dangers he is encountering and his loneliness.

Crowhurst damages his boat and is forced to consider returning home. He cannot continue due to damage and cannot return as will lose everything. He begins to give false accounts of where he is along the race route and greatly exaggerates how far he has sailed each day. After many months of false coordinates, Crowhurst decides to turn seal his communications, hinting to the newspapers that he is instead rounding the cape of Africa, whereas he is instead limiting the risk of being found out.

The Final Tragedy Unfolds

As his family, the press and public expectantly wait for his return, he loses all control of his mind and his situation and in despair realises he cannot go home and only has one way out. His vessel is eventually found adrift without Crowhurst onboard. It is not clear if he has jumped or fallen overboard. The authorities deduce from his records that he has lied about his progress during his journey.

In the closing credits it states that Crowhurst‘s body was never found and that he was at sea for 7 months and completed 13,000 miles. Robin Knox-Johnston was the only sailor to finish the race and he donated his prize money to Crowhurst‘s family.

Watch The Mercy Full Movie for an Emotional Journey

Experience the gripping tale of Donald Crowhurst’s journey in “The Mercy Full Movie” as he battles against the elements and his own inner demons. Witness the tragic descent into despair and the ultimate price he pays for his deception. Don’t miss this captivating film that will keep you on the edge of your seat until the very end!