Hollywood actor, Matthew McConaughey’s latest survival drama, The Lost Bus, has not only won hearts but also aroused curiosity among viewers about whether the story is true or not. The gripping survival drama, is now streaming on Apple TV+, is based on the story of a bus driver who risked his life to save a group of schoolchildren trapped in California’s 2018 Camp Fire. While the film received widespread praise for its emotional depth, realism, and impactful performances, viewers are curious to know what really happened 7 years ago. Here’s everything you must know about it.
Is The Lost Bus based on a real incident?
Yes, The Lost Bus is based on a true story. The film is based on the real-life hero Kevin McKay, a school bus driver from Paradise, California. According to People, he rose to fame after he saved 22 children from Ponderosa Elementary School during the 2018 Camp Fire. It was one of the deadliest wildfires in US history, which burned for 18 days and destroyed over 150,000 acres of land. Moreover, it claimed 85 lives, and heroes like Kevin managed to save some crucial lives.
