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1. Breath (I) (2017)
TV-MA | 115 min | Adventure, Drama, Romance
After developing an interest in surfing, a teenage boy and his friend forge an unlikely friendship with an older surfer.
Director: Simon Baker | Stars: Samson Coulter, Ben Spence, Simon Baker, Elizabeth Debicki
Votes: 3,869 | Gross: $0.04M
2. Ocean Boy (2022)
106 min | Drama
In the late summer along the Australian coast, Bosch, a young father goes on the run for drug dealing with his surf gang. In tow is his son, Rockit, who believes he is on a magical holiday.
Director: Tyler Atkins | Stars: Isabel Lucas, Luke Hemsworth, Savannah La Rain, Leeanna Walsman
Votes: 868
3. Puberty Blues (2012–2014)
Unrated | 45 min | Comedy, Drama
Teen best friends Debbie and Sue grow up and find love and freedom on the beaches of Sydney's Sutherland Shire during the tumultuous 1970s.
Stars: Brenna Harding, Ashleigh Cummings, Sean Keenan, Charlotte Best
Votes: 2,254
4. Wet and Wild Summer! (1993)
R | 95 min | Comedy
Bobby McCain is an American lifeguard who goes to Australia learns that work can be quite different when you're a lifeguard Down Under!
Director: Maurice Murphy | Stars: Christopher Atkins, Julian McMahon, Rebecca Cross, Vanessa Steele
Votes: 307
5. Summer City (1977)
Not Rated | 83 min | Drama, Thriller
The exploits of four boys who leave Sydney and head out for a weekend of surfing and adventure. Unfortunately the fun takes a serious turn when they find themselves involved in a murder.
Director: Christopher Fraser | Stars: John Jarratt, Phillip Avalon, Steve Bisley, Mel Gibson
Votes: 759
6. Puberty Blues (1981)
R | 87 min | Comedy, Drama
The mating rituals of two teenage surf chicks from the southern suburbs of Sydney.
Director: Bruce Beresford | Stars: Nell Schofield, Jad Capelja, Jeffrey Rhoe, Tony Hughes
Votes: 1,666 | Gross: $0.24M
7. Rip Tide (2017)
Unrated | 85 min | Drama, Family
Following an embarrassing viral video, a New York model decides to escape from her suffocating existence by visiting her faraway aunt in Australia.
Director: Rhiannon Bannenberg | Stars: Debby Ryan, Genevieve Hegney, Andrew Creer, Naomi Sequeira
Votes: 3,922
8. Windrider (1986)
R | 92 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
PC does a 360 degree jump on his windsurfer board early morning. A cute singer's the only witness, so PC looks for her. He's in love - not mutual.
Director: Vincent Monton | Stars: Tom Burlinson, Nicole Kidman, Jill Perryman, Charles 'Bud' Tingwell
Votes: 771
9. Newcastle (2008)
Unrated | 107 min | Drama, Romance, Sport
Tragedy befalls one of three brothers while on an outback surfing outing with friends.
Director: Dan Castle | Stars: Lachlan Buchanan, Xavier Samuel, Reshad Strik, Kirk Jenkins
Votes: 1,739
10. Drift (II) (2013)
R | 113 min | Biography, Drama, Sport
In the 70s two brothers battle killer waves, conservative society and ruthless bikers to kick-start the modern surf industry.
Directors: Ben Nott, Morgan O'Neill | Stars: Myles Pollard, Xavier Samuel, Sam Worthington, Lesley-Ann Brandt
Votes: 5,263
11. Blackrock (1997)
103 min | Drama, Thriller
When a young schoolgirl is raped and murdered, the mateship between a group of surfers is tested as the truth is slowly revealed.
Director: Steven Vidler | Stars: Laurence Breuls, Linda Cropper, Simon Lyndon, Chris Haywood
Votes: 1,177
12. Drown (I) (2015)
Unrated | 93 min | Drama, Sport, Thriller
Three surf lifesavers on a big night out. Jealousy, homophobic fears and unrequited lust culminate in a tragic booze-fueled episode of near-fatal bullying.
Director: Dean Francis | Stars: Matt Levett, Maya Stange, Jack Matthews, Harry Cook
Votes: 1,580 | Gross: $0.00M
13. The Endless Summer 2 (1994)
TV-14 | 109 min | Documentary, Adventure, Sport
Two famous surfers, Patrick O' Connell and Robert "Wingnut" Weaver, set out for an international worldwide surfing safari adventure with documentary filmmaker Bruce Brown.
Director: Bruce Brown | Stars: Patrick O'Connell, Robert 'Wingnut' Weaver, Robert August, T.J. Barron
Votes: 2,228 | Gross: $2.16M
14. Facing Monsters (2021)
90 min | Documentary
Facing Monsters is a feature length documentary that digs deep into the psyche of West Australian 'slab wave' surfer Kerby Brown, a man whose connection with the ocean runs as deep as his love for his family.
Director: Bentley Dean | Stars: Kerby Brown, Cortney Brown, Glenn Brown, Nicole Jardine
Votes: 113 | Gross: $0.05M
15. Occy: The Occumentary (1998)
72 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
This DVD celebrates Mark Occhilupo's life, from his humble beginnings as a Cronulla grommet to his remarkable comeback, featuring a soundtrack featuring Foo Fighters, Michael Brook, Ed Kuepper, Powderfinger, OSM, and Yothu Yindi.
Director: Jack McCoy | Star: Mark Occhilupo
Votes: 17
16. Girls Can't Surf (2020)
108 min | Documentary
A group of renegade surfers challenges the male-dominated professional surfing world for the shared goal of equality and change.
Director: Christopher Nelius | Stars: Jolene Smith, Jorja Smith Harmon, Jodie Cooper, Frieda Zamba
Votes: 258
17. The Gold and the Glory (1984)
PG-13 | 112 min | Drama, Sport
A young Australian man sets out to prove himself, leaving behind his ballerina girlfriend to train for the Coolangatta Gold triathlon, a race once almost won by his father.
Director: Igor Auzins | Stars: Joss McWilliam, Nick Tate, Colin Friels, Josephine Smulders
Votes: 205
18. Liquid Bridge (2003)
R | 98 min | Action, Drama
Nick McCallum is mechanic who trades in his wrench for a surfboard, going against the wishes of his father-- a former surfing legend who lost his ability to walk after a horrible accident on the water.
Director: Phillip Avalon | Stars: Ryan Kwanten, Simone Kessell, Jarrod Dean, Jeremy Sims
Votes: 225
19. Bra Boys (2007)
R | 90 min | Documentary, Sport
A film about the cultural evolution of the Sydney beach side suburb of Maroubra and the social struggle faced by its youth - the notorious surf gang known as the Bra Boys.
Directors: Sunny Abberton, Macario De Souza | Stars: Russell Crowe, Kelly Slater, Cheyne Horan, Jack Kingsley
Votes: 1,360 | Gross: $0.05M
20. Morning of the Earth (1972)
79 min | Documentary, Action, Reality-TV
The film portrays surfers living in spiritual harmony with nature, making their own boards (and homes) as they traveled in search of the perfect wave across Australia's north-east coast, Bali and Hawaii.
Director: Albert Falzon | Stars: Chris Brock, Stephen Cooney, Terry Fitzgerald, Barry Kanaiaupuni
Votes: 183
21. You Should Have Been Here Yesterday (2023)
100 min | Documentary, Adventure, History
'You Should Have Been Here Yesterday' combines hundreds of hours of lovingly restored 16mm footage with a salt-infused soundscape by Headland. This cinematic poem tells the story of a wild ... See full summary »
Director: Jolyon Hoff | Stars: Marjorie Bendall, Vaughan Blakey, Chris Brock, Maurice Cole
22. Bustin' Down the Door (2008)
Not Rated | 95 min | Documentary, Sport
This documentary tells the story of a group of Australian and South African surfers who revolutionized their sport in Hawaii during the winter of 1975.
Director: Jeremy Gosch | Stars: Reno Abellira, Clyde Aikau, Eddie Aikau, Ben Aipa
Votes: 326
23. Breaking Loose: Summer City II (1988)
R | 87 min | Action
A disillusioned and directionless Australian teen who finds his life spiraling more quickly than he can handle makes an impulsive escape to the Australian coast to stay with a friend of his... See full summary »
Director: Rod Hay | Stars: Peter Phelps, Vince Martin, Abigail, David Ngoombujarra
Votes: 57
24. Palm Beach (1979)
88 min | Drama
Over the course of 48 hours, three stories intertwine: Joe is looking for drugs; Leilane has run away from home, and Paul is unemployed and angry.
Director: Albie Thoms | Stars: Kenneth Brown, Nat Young, Amanda Berry, Bryan Brown
Votes: 53
25. Storm Riders (1982)
Documentary
This is the iconic 80's surfing film. STORM RIDERS are ready for anything as they travel to five continents to discover the exotic jungles of Sumatra, Java, romantic Bali, Africa, Hawaii ... See full synopsis »
Directors: Dick Hoole, David Lourie, Jack McCoy | Stars: Mark Richards, Wayne Bartholomew, Joe Engel, Tom Carroll
Votes: 23
26. Storm Surfers 3D (2012)
TV-G | 95 min | Documentary, Adventure
A 3D adventure into the world of big wave surfing with Aussie tow-surfing legend Ross Clarke-Jones and two-time World Champion Tom Carroll.
Directors: Justin McMillan, Christopher Nelius | Stars: Toni Collette, Tom Carroll, Ross Clarke-Jones, Ben Matson
Votes: 415 | Gross: $0.12M
27. Billabong Odyssey (2003)
PG | 88 min | Documentary, Action, Adventure
Action sports documentary that follows the industry's best big wave surfers as they travel the world searching for the largest waves that nature has to offer. The journey spanned 18 months, 6 continents and produced up to 70 foot waves.
Director: Philip Boston | Stars: Ken Bradshaw, Ken Collins, Brian L. Keaulana, Brad Gerlach
Votes: 496 | Gross: $0.05M
28. Ride a White Horse (1968)
94 min | Documentary
Director: Bob Evans | Stars: Peter Drouyn, Midget Farrelly, Bob McTavish, Nat Young
29. The Green Iguana (1992)
57 min | Sport
The Green Iguana is one of the most creative surf films ever featuring Australian surfers Mark Occhilupo, Luke Egan, 'Munga' Barry and 'Margo'. All Australian soundtrack by the best ... See full summary »
Director: Jack McCoy | Stars: Michael Barry, Wayne Bartholomew, Perry Dane, Luke Egan
30. Shark's Paradise (1986 TV Movie)
88 min | Action, Adventure, Crime
David Reyne & Sally Tayler star in this classic 80's 'Ozploitation' classic. A mad man threatens to lure hundreds of sharks to the beach at Surfers Paradise Australia at the start of the ... See full summary »
Director: Michael Jenkins | Stars: David Reyne, Sally Tayler, Ron Becks, Dennis Miller
Votes: 83
31. Blue Horizon (2004)
Documentary
The world's most renowned surfing cinematographer, Jack McCoy, spends two years following two of the world's greatest surfers: Andy Irons, a highly competetive and driven surfer, set on ... See full summary »
Director: Jack McCoy | Stars: Andy Irons, Dave Rastovich, Kelly Slater, Taj Burrow
Votes: 76
32. Thicker Than Water (2000 Video)
45 min | Documentary
Thicker Than Water is a 2000 documentary surf film directed by singer/songwriter Jack Johnson and his film school friend Chris Malloy. It shows surfing footage from different locations like... See full summary »
Directors: Jack Johnson, Chris Malloy, Emmett Malloy | Stars: Raimana Boucher, Saxon Boucher, Timmy Curran, Shane Dorian
Votes: 357
33. First Love (II) (2010)
TV-G | 52 min | Documentary, Adventure, Family
This feature length surf film First Love is about friendship, passion and following your dreams.
Director: Claire Gorman | Stars: Bethany Hamilton, Coco Ho
Votes: 112
34. Children of the Sun (1968)
55 min | Documentary, Sport
Children of the Sun will stir memories of the happiest days in any surfers life... those uncomplicated hot sunny days... no crowds... never to be forgotten fun filled days. Filmed in 16mm, ... See full summary »
Stars: George Greenough, Russell Hughes, Dave Kennings, Bob McTavish
35. The Sixth Element: The Ross Clarke-Jones Story (2006 Video)
60 min | Documentary
Director: Justin McMillan | Stars: Jamie R. Brisick, Ross Clarke-Jones, Dennis Hopper, Matt Hoy
Votes: 9
36. The Visitor (III) (2002)
30 min | Short, Drama, Mystery
Michael, at his beach-home in Australia, is avoiding phone calls regarding his dear lifelong friend and former lover of two-years Chris who is dying back in Boston, America. While trying to... See full summary »
Director: Dan Castle | Stars: Barry Otto, Nick Carpenter, Grant Dodwell, Pamela Shaw
Votes: 305
37. A Deeper Shade of Blue (2011)
Not Rated | 90 min | Documentary, History
This is not a surf movie, it is a film about surfing's deepest roots: in the subconscious; in ancient lore; in the craft of surfboard building; in man's perpetual quest for a joyful relationship with the natural world.
Director: Jack McCoy | Stars: Moses Goods, Mick O'Brien, Jamie O'Brien, Dewey Weber
Votes: 83
38. The Fantastic Plastic Machine (1969)
G | 93 min | Documentary
Documentary involving the adventures of a group of surfers, narrated by Jay North.
Directors: Eric Blum, Lowell Blum | Stars: Skip Frye, Mike Purpus, Steve Bigler, Mickey Munoz
Votes: 14
39. Highway One (1977)
77 min | Documentary, Adventure, Sport
Director: Steve Otton | Stars: Trudie Adams, Kim Bradley, Josephine Grieve, Philip Moneroz
40. Gravity Sucks (1995 Video)
52 min | Documentary, Adventure, Sport
The most mind-blowing huge winter surf in 25 years belted Mavericks in late December 1995 and only "Gravity Sucks" features all the epic rides and incredible wipe-outs. "Gravity Sucks" ... See full summary »
Director: Chris Bystrom | Stars: Chris Bystrom, Michael Barry, Sunny Garcia, Josh Loya
41. In Search of Tubular Swells (1976)
90 min | Documentary, Sport
Presenting the cream of the hottest surfing of the era with a fresh and imaginative approach. The best of Australia, Hawaii and secret spots in Bali and Indonesia.
Directors: Dick Hoole, Jack McCoy | Stars: Wayne Bartholomew, Larry Bertlemann, Ian Cairns, Terry Fitzgerald
Votes: 12
42. Crystal Voyager (1973)
78 min | Documentary, Sport
A loose biography of surfer and documentarist George Greenough, one of the most famous and unique members of the surfing subculture.
Director: David Elfick | Stars: George Greenough, Ritchie West, Nat Young
Votes: 186
43. The Surfer (1987)
90 min | Action, Crime, Drama
Beach-stand operator Sam Barlow's life was meant to be sunny, simple and predictable and it might have been only he delivers a letter to his mate Jack Fields. This easy errand leads Jack to his death and Sam in search of the truth.
Director: Frank Shields | Stars: Gary Day, Gosia Dobrowolska, Rod Mullinar, Tony Barry
Votes: 33
44. The Innermost Limits of Pure Fun (1970)
92 min | Documentary, Adventure
Director: George Greenough | Stars: Chris Brock, Robert Conneely, George Greenough, Danny Hazard
45. Blazing Boards (1984)
95 min | Documentary, Adventure, Sport
The original classic cinema surf flick, featuring Hawaii, Australia, California, Mexico and Exotic Isles. Captures the very essence of what riding waves is all about.
Director: Chris Bystrom | Stars: Wayne Bartholomew, Tom Carroll, Tom Curren, Gary Elkerton
Votes: 10
46. Searching for Michael Peterson (2009)
55 min | Documentary
This surfing documentary plunges below the surface to find out what happened to 1970s legend Michael Peterson, whose incredible talent and supreme confidence in the water was rivaled only by his extreme shyness on dry land.
Director: Jolyon Hoff | Stars: Wayne Bartholomew, Albert Falzon, Joe Larkin, Michael Peterson
Votes: 9
47. Evolution (1969)
78 min | Documentary, Music, Sport
Director: Paul Witzig | Stars: Reno Abellira, Ben Apia, Joey Cabell, Stephen Cooney
48. Fluid Drive (1974)
66 min | Documentary, Adventure, Sport
Directors: Scott Dittrich, Skip Smith | Stars: Larry Bertlemann, Ian Cairns, Barry Kanaiaupuni, J. Riddle
50. Uncharted Waters (2013)
89 min | Documentary, Biography, Sport
Uncharted Waters is a feature-length documentary about Australian surfing legend, Wayne Lynch. It traces his upbringing in the seaside town of Lorne on Victoria's South-Western coast and ... See full summary »
Director: Craig Griffin | Star: Wayne Lynch
Votes: 27