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75 minPGdocumentary
8.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Synopsis

After three days trapped in an air pocket, a cook faces death as an untrained diver attempts to rescue him from a sunken ship off West Africa.

Deep Dive

Why Watch

  • Follow Nico's daring rescue mission in West Africa.
  • Meet Harrison Okene, the cook who survived underwater.
  • See authentic footage from divers' helmet cams.

Did You Know

  • Harrison Okene survived for three days trapped underwater.
  • Nico van Heerden was an untrained diver during the rescue.
  • The ship sank off the coast of West Africa.

Perfect For

Survival storiesUnderwater rescue operationsMaritime disasters
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Frequently Asked Questions

Who is the director of the documentary Trapped?

Lasse Spang Olsen is the director of Trapped.

What is the name of the cook who survived the ship sinking?

The cook's name is Okene Harrison.

How long did it take for Nico to find the cook after the ship sank?

Nico found the cook alive after three days.

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