The Last Dive
Terry Kennedy, an ex-Hell's Angel, once formed an unlikely bond with a giant manta ray named Willy. Now he makes one final dive expedition to a remote island, hoping to reunite with his extraordinary ocean friend.
Best Cinematography
Tribeca
2025
Best Documenary
Montreal International Film Festival
2025
Audience Choice
Boston Film Festival
2025
Best Documentary
Boise Film Festival
2025
Audience Choice
Chagrin Film Festival
2025
Audience Choice
Newport Beach Film Festival
2025
Best of Fest
Friday Harbor
2025

About the Film

Terry is a legendary figure in Baja Mexico, an American veteran who has spent decades living on (and in) the water. Once a man burdened by a troubled past, Terry’s life was transformed by an unlikely friendship with Willy, a 22-foot oceanic manta ray. For nearly two decades, Willy would slap his wings against the hull of Terry’s sailboat to signal their next dive, and together they explored the ocean’s depths. An extraordinary bond that turned Terry into an unexpected conservationist.

Now in his 80’s, Terry embarks on one final journey to a remote island in hopes of reuniting with his old friend. But he’s also searching for something deeper: peace, closure, and a chance to say goodbye.

Directed by award-winning filmmaker Cody Sheehy and produced by acclaimed Mark Monroe, The Last Dive is a visually stunning and emotionally resonant documentary that invites viewers to reflect on our connection to the natural world and the wild, mysterious creatures that help us find our place in it.
Title
The Last Dive
Release
2025
Runtime
88 minutes (1 hour 28 minutes)
Rating
Not Rated
Genre
Adventure, Documentary, Drama
Directors
Cody Sheehy
Origin
United States
Language
English
United States English

Reviews

This is just magnificent filmmaking

Awards

United States
Explorer's Achievement Award, 2025

Creative Team

Creative Team

Director Cody Sheehy
Cast Robert Rubin
Producer Mark Monroe
Producer Randy Gebhardt
Producer Christopher Gebhardt

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