True Disaster Movie 'Surviving Hurricane Otis' Hits Netflix in October 2026
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True Disaster Movie ‘Surviving Hurricane Otis’ Hits Netflix in October 2026
The devastating 2023 Acapulco hurricane gets a highly authentic, groundbreaking cinematic retelling this October on Netflix.
By Jacob Robinson • @JRobinsonWoN October 5th, 2026 - 10:08 am
Picture: Surviving Hurricane Otis – Netflix
Based on the devastating true events of 2023, the gripping Mexican survival drama Surviving Hurricane Otis lands on Netflix on October 23, 2026.
Cast and Crew
- Starring: Benny Emmanuel and Kristyan Ferrer
- Directed by: Jorge Michel Grau (We Are What We Are)
- Co-written by: José Leonor Alejandro and Venancio Villalobos
- Produced by: Julián de Tavira, Alexis Fridman, Diego Rabasa, Viridiana Torres, Héctor Villegas, and Leonardo Cordero
Director's Vision
In a recent interview with El País, director Jorge Michel Grau highlighted the film’s groundbreaking ambition and dedication to authenticity:
"A film about a natural disaster of this scale had never been made in Mexico. ... This is a film that Mexican cinema has never seen before."
Release Date and Trailer
Netflix has confirmed that Surviving Hurricane Otis will be released globally on October 23, 2026. An official trailer has also been released.
Plot Overview
Here is the official logline from Netflix:
Wirpul and his half-brother fight to survive Hurricane Otis in Acapulco, where their brotherhood and courage turn adversity into hope.
About Hurricane Otis
Hurricane Otis was a devastating Category 5 Pacific hurricane that struck Acapulco, Mexico, in October 2023. Its unique destructive power came from its explosive intensification, catching both forecasters and residents off guard.
- Peak Winds: 165 mph
- Damage: Estimated at $12 billion to $16 billion
- Casualties: At least 52 fatalities and dozens missing
Cast
- Benny Emmanuel as Wirpul
- Kristyan Ferrer as Cándido
Emmanuel has previously starred in four Netflix Originals: Legend Quest, Snakes and Ladders, Pedal to Metal, and The (Al ...).