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Waterman

Waterman

Surfing legend. Olympic superstar. Hawaiian Icon. American hero.

8.7

3 votes

April 1, 2022

1h 28m

Documentary
History

Overview

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.

Directed by

Isaac Halasima

Where to watch

In United States

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Amazon Video

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Cast

Duke Kahanamoku

Duke Kahanamoku

Self (archive footage)
Jason Momoa

Jason Momoa

Self - Narrator
Carissa Moore

Carissa Moore

Self
Kelia Moniz

Kelia Moniz

Self
Ha'a Keaulana

Ha'a Keaulana

Self
E

Ellie Kahanamoku

Self
K

Katherine Zuckerman

Self
Kelly Slater

Kelly Slater

Self
L

Laird Hamilton

Self

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