Netflix Releases Trailer for Apollo 13 Documentary

Netflix is set to release a new documentary titled 'Apollo 13: Survival' on September 5, 2024, which chronicles the harrowing events of the Apollo 13 mission during the spring of 1970. The film utilizes archival footage and interviews to depict NASA's significant crisis, where three astronauts were left stranded halfway to the moon following a catastrophic explosion. Directed by Peter Middleton, the documentary promises an authentic portrayal of the mission's challenges and the efforts to ensure the crew's safe return. Earlier this year, the documentary premiered at the 2024 CPH:DOX Film Festival, generating excitement on social media after the release of its trailer. This marks a return to the Apollo 13 narrative, previously depicted in the 1995 film directed by Ron Howard. As anticipation builds, 'Apollo 13: Survival' is being hailed as a compelling recount of a pivotal moment in space history.