In the Gulf of Mexico in 2010, the Deepwater Horizon oil rig exploded, creating the worst oil spill in American history. This film recounts the extreme moments of bravery and survival in the face of what would become one of the biggest man-made disasters in world history.

Our heroes are Mike (Mark Wahlberg), Brendan (Kurt Russell), and Edward (John Malkovich).

Based on true events that occurred on an oil rig in the Gulf of Mexico on April 20, 2010.