The Boat OTT release date Prime Video: When to watch Tamil survival drama

The Indian Tamil-language film The Boat is all set to release on OTT. The survival drama is releasing on October 1 via Prime Video. The film is said to be set during the pre-independence era. Here is the trailer for the film and other details about it you need to know before its OTT debut:

Plot

The Boat is all about the lives of people in Chennai during World War 2. The film talks about the time when Japan did aerial bombings on the British-ruled areas of Colombo. The film gives a feel of the tense situations back then and how people suffered eventually, resulting in them moving from their own city. Many people even lost their lives during these attacks in history.

The film shows how ten people out of the locals escaped the bombings in a small boat; hence, the movie name is kept "The Boat." The film has a lot of suspense and drama.

The film also captures how the Japanese warplanes launched an attack on Chennai city in 1943.

Is the film based on a real-life story?

Yes, the film is based on true incidents and stories of people who suffered in history. The film, during its theatrical run, received a mix of reactions. Not, let's see how the OTT audience will respond to its plot.

Cast and crew

The Boat has actors like Yogi Babu, Gouri G. Kishan, M. S. Bhaskar, Chinni Jayanth, Jesse Fox-Allen, Chaams, and Jangiri Madhumitha among others in crucial roles. The film has been directed and written by Chimbu Deven.

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