

The read
Critics rate it 18 points higher than audiences do. It runs a compact 1h 28m.
Synopsis
Five-time Olympic medalist and Native Hawaiian Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku shattered records and brought surfing to the world while overcoming a lifetime of personal challenges. Waterman explores his journey and legacy as a legendary swimmer, trailblazer, and the undisputed father of modern-day surfing, following the sport’s first-time inclusion in this year’s Summer Olympics – a fitting tribute to his work promoting the sport around the globe.
Ratings
IMDb8.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes100%
Critics rate it 18 points higher than audiences do.
3 audience votes
Key crew
- Isaac HalasimaDirector
- Scott ElderWriter
Cast
- Duke KahanamokuSelf (archive footage)
- Jason MomoaSelf - Narrator
- Carissa MooreSelf
- Kelia MonizSelf
- Ha'a KeaulanaSelf
- Ellie KahanamokuSelf
- Katherine ZuckermanSelf
- Kelly SlaterSelf
- Laird HamiltonSelf