--- product_id: 28292164 title: "The Finest Hours" price: "6325 kr" currency: ISK in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/28292164-the-finest-hours store_origin: IS region: Iceland --- # The Finest Hours **Price:** 6325 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Finest Hours - **How much does it cost?** 6325 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/28292164-the-finest-hours) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description This heroic action-thriller is based on the extraordinary true story of the greatest small-boat rescue in Coast Guard history. In 1952, a massive winter storm strikes off the coast of Cape Cod, ripping a T-2 oil tanker in half and trapping more than 30 sailors inside it's rapidly sinking stern. When word of the disaster reaches the U.S. Coast Guard, four men led by Captain Bernie Webber (Chris Pine) set out in a 12-seat boat on a daring mission to rescue the stranded men, braving freezing cold, 60-foot waves and hurricane-force winds, and guided by Webber's vow that "We all live, or we all die." Packed with thrilling, larger-than-life action and anchored in a belief in the strength of the human spirit, THE FINEST HOURS is a triumph. Review: Top 10 Favorite Movies. Love that it is a true story. - The Finest Hours is one of those rare movies that blends intense action with genuine emotional depth. Based on the true story of a daring Coast Guard rescue in 1952, the film delivers not only edge-of-your-seat suspense but also a heartfelt reminder of courage, duty, and sacrifice. The storm sequences are absolutely gripping — the visuals are powerful without being overdone, and you can really feel the danger and chaos of the open sea. But what makes this film stand out is the human story at its core. Chris Pine gives a strong, grounded performance as Bernie Webber, portraying a quiet kind of bravery that feels incredibly authentic. The rest of the cast also shines, especially during the scenes on the sinking oil tanker, where survival feels minute-to-minute. The film does a great job of showing ordinary people doing extraordinary things, without turning it into over-the-top Hollywood drama. The Finest Hours is beautifully shot, emotionally resonant, and deeply respectful of the real events it’s based on. If you enjoy true-story dramas, inspiring rescue tales, or just a well-made film with heart, this one is absolutely worth your time. Review: Terrific Story. Action. Well Done! - Absolutely a great movie! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Contributor | Casey Affleck, Chris Pine, Craig Gillespie, Holliday Grainger | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 6,096 Reviews | | Format | Subtitled | | Genre | Action & Adventure | | Language | English | | Runtime | 117 minutes | ## Product Details - **Contributor:** Casey Affleck, Chris Pine, Craig Gillespie, Holliday Grainger - **Format:** Subtitled - **Genre:** Action & Adventure - **Language:** English - **Runtime:** 117 minutes ## Images ![The Finest Hours - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61248vAcr9L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Top 10 Favorite Movies. Love that it is a true story. *by M***Y on August 24, 2025* The Finest Hours is one of those rare movies that blends intense action with genuine emotional depth. Based on the true story of a daring Coast Guard rescue in 1952, the film delivers not only edge-of-your-seat suspense but also a heartfelt reminder of courage, duty, and sacrifice. The storm sequences are absolutely gripping — the visuals are powerful without being overdone, and you can really feel the danger and chaos of the open sea. But what makes this film stand out is the human story at its core. Chris Pine gives a strong, grounded performance as Bernie Webber, portraying a quiet kind of bravery that feels incredibly authentic. The rest of the cast also shines, especially during the scenes on the sinking oil tanker, where survival feels minute-to-minute. The film does a great job of showing ordinary people doing extraordinary things, without turning it into over-the-top Hollywood drama. The Finest Hours is beautifully shot, emotionally resonant, and deeply respectful of the real events it’s based on. If you enjoy true-story dramas, inspiring rescue tales, or just a well-made film with heart, this one is absolutely worth your time. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Terrific Story. Action. Well Done! *by J***6 on February 3, 2026* Absolutely a great movie! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The Finest Traditions Of The United States Coast Guard *by R***S on September 11, 2016* I had read "The Finest Hours" by Michael J. Tougias and Casey Sherman and recommend it highly. I had high hopes for this movie adaptation of the book, and have to say that Disney did not disappoint. This movie is a film about the courage of seemingly ordinary people under great stress, and is faithful to the spirit of the rescue and the traditions of valor that run deep in the US Coast Guard. On February 18, 1952 two World War Two era T-2 tanker ships, the "Pendleton" and the "Fort Mercer" split in half within 40 miles of each other in a terrible storm off the northeast United States. Amazingly, portions of each ship remained afloat and the rescue effort was extremely confused at the outset as nobody was sure where the pieces were or what was still floating. The book details the travails of both ships, but the film focuses almost exclusively on the "Pendleton". A crew of four was sent from the USCG station at Chatham, Massachusetts on the 36-foot rescue boat CG-36500 (which, by the way, is now preserved in a museum) under the command of Bernie Webber, here played to perfection by Chris Pine. The act of going out in that weather was heroic enough, but the rescue itself became legendary in USCG circles, and the onscreen depiction here is nearly perfect. Water is very hard to digitally model, but effects have gotten much better since "The Perfect Storm" was made, and here they look great. The "Pendleton" sets are amazingly realistic and the digital compositing of the stern of the ship against the frothing backdrop of the ocean is superb. Throughout the acting is first rate, though I'm unsure that the character of Ray Sybert (Casey Affleck) would have actually been so shy and retiring at the outset of the drama. "The Finest Hours" is a great movie that I highly recommend for all adults and mature children. It's clean enough for all kids, though very young kids may be scared by some of the very realistic and frankly terrifying images of foundering ships. Disney did a great job with this one, and director Craig Gillespie ("Million Dollar Arm") shines through as one of the most versatile and capable in Hollywood. The DVD includes two very short extras, both of which were promotional shorts, one on the mission and people of the US Coast Guard, and one a behind the scenes look at the cast and production. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.is/products/28292164-the-finest-hours](https://www.desertcart.is/products/28292164-the-finest-hours) --- *Product available on Desertcart Iceland* *Store origin: IS* *Last updated: 2026-05-16*