Waterman
Waterman

Waterman

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

8.0(1 votes)
2022
1h 28m
Documentary
History

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.

Production

Sidewinder Films

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

Ellie Kahanamoku

Ellie Kahanamoku

Self

Katherine Zuckerman

Katherine Zuckerman

Self

Kelly Slater

Kelly Slater

Self

Laird Hamilton

Laird Hamilton

Self

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