Storyline

This documentary explores the events surrounding the greatest maritime tragedy in the history of the Pacific coast, the sinking of the Princess Sophia. The Canadian Pacific steamer had left Skagway, Alaska, on October 23, 1918, on its way to Vancouver, when a fierce blizzard hit. The ship veered off course and ran aground on a reef. Despite the proximity of several other ships, the harsh weather prevented any evacuation attempt. Almost 48 hours later, the Sophia slipped off the reef and sank. The following morning, rescue ships faced the terrible evidence: only the tip of its mast was visible. None of the 353 passengers and crewmembers survived. Archival photos, 3D animation, exclusive interviews and underwater photography relate an important chapter of maritime history, while vividly portraying a place and time.

Key Information

Director Alain Vézina
Writers Alain Vézina
Studio Merlin Films
Language EN

Cast & Crew

Luc Pilon

Narration

Joseph D'Urso

Additional Voice

Ron O'Brien

Additional Voice

Allan Lento

Additional Voice

Isabelle Pagé

Isabelle Pagé

Additional Voice

Yves Bérubé

Dramatic Reenactment

Marc Blanchet

Dramatic Reenactment

Alain Essiembre

Dramatic Reenactment

Charles Farrel

Dramatic Reenactment

Philippe Lemieux

Dramatic Reenactment

Danielle Paré

Dramatic Reenactment

Yvon Roy

Yvon Roy

Dramatic Reenactment

Frequently Asked Questions

The Sinking of the Princess Sophia was released on January 1, 2003.

The runtime of The Sinking of the Princess Sophia is 47m.

The Sinking of the Princess Sophia is a Documentary movie.

The Sinking of the Princess Sophia is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.

The Sinking of the Princess Sophia was directed by Alain Vézina.

The main cast of The Sinking of the Princess Sophia includes Luc Pilon, Joseph D'Urso, Ron O'Brien.

The Sinking of the Princess Sophia is originally in English.