The Twister: Caught in the Storm (2025)
“The Twister: Caught in the Storm” is a gripping 2025 documentary directed and written by Alexandra Lacey. This intense and emotional film revisits one of the most devastating natural disasters in American history — the EF-5 tornado that struck Joplin, Missouri, in May 2011. Through firsthand accounts and archival footage, the documentary captures the chaos, survival, and resilience of a town that faced unthinkable destruction.
The story unfolds on what should have been a joyful day. It is graduation day for the Class of 2011 in Joplin, and as diplomas are handed out, nature unleashes a catastrophic EF-5 tornado. With winds exceeding 200 miles per hour, the storm carves a destructive path through the town. In the midst of the devastation, a group of teenagers must navigate life-or-death situations, believing it might be the end of the world.
The film skillfully blends personal narratives from survivors, storm chasers, and meteorologists. It offers a raw, authentic glimpse into the terror of the storm and the incredible stories of courage and survival that followed. The documentary not only memorializes the tragic event but also celebrates the unbreakable spirit of the Joplin community.
Movie Cast and Crew
| Director | Alexandra Lacey |
|---|---|
| Writer | Alexandra Lacey |
| Stars | Mac Wright, Kaylee Parker, Chad Crilley |
Featured Appearances
| Participant | Role |
|---|---|
| Mac Wright | Self – Amateur Storm Chaser |
| Kaylee Parker | Self – Mac’s Girlfriend |
| Chad Crilley | Self – Future Meteorologist |
| Doug Heady | Self – Meteorologist, KOAMTV |
| Christy Ricci | Self – Chad’s Mother |
| Cecil Cornish | Self – Joplin Tornado Survivor |
| Andrew Keegan Tinney | Self – Joplin Tornado Survivor (as Keegan) |
| Steven Weersing | Self – Joplin Tornado Survivor, ‘Miracle’ |
Genre
This film is categorized as a Documentary, offering a poignant and unforgettable look at a community’s fight to endure one of nature’s most fearsome forces.
