About Tiger Cruise

"Tiger Cruise" is a 2004 Disney Channel Original Movie, directed by Duwayne Dunham. The movie features a young girl named Maddie who, in her effort to convince her father, a Navy commander, to quit his job and come home, joins him on a Tiger Cruise - a cruise for military families on a naval ship. During the cruise, the 9/11 Attacks occur, which changes the mood on the ship dramatically and makes Maddie reassess her perspective on her father's job.

Making / Production

The film was overseen by Disney Channel and directed by Duwayne Dunham, who is known for successful Disney movies such as Double Teamed and The Thirteenth Year. The screenplay was written by Bruce Graham.

Actors

• Hayden Panettiere as Maddie Dolan: She perfectly depicted a teenager dealing with the emotional turmoil of wanting her father to leave the military.
• Bill Pullman as Commander Dolan: He brilliantly portrayed the role of a Navy officer trying to balance his duties and maintain a connection with his daughter.
• Bianca Collins as Tina Torres: She convincingly played a character who gradually understands the importance of her father's job in the military.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The movie is loosely based on actual events and portrays the actual "Tiger Cruise" that took place during 9/11
• This was the first Disney Channel Original Movie to be rated TV-PG due to its serious subject matter.

Awards

Although Tiger Cruise didn't win any awards, it was well received by critics and audiences alike for its engaging plot and performances, as well as its tactful portrayal of the 9/11 events.

Quotes

• "Sometimes being a hero is just doing your job." - Commander Dolan
• "My dad's not a job, he's my dad." - Maddie Dolan

Music, Soundtrack

• The film doesn't have a standalone soundtrack release, however, it does use a number of well-known tracks to add to the mood and atmosphere of the film.