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Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton

6.420171h 58mMovieDocumentary

This is the remarkable story of an American icon who changed the sport of big wave surfing forever. Transcending the surf genre, this in-depth portrait of a hard-charging athlete explores the fear, courage and ambition that push a man to greatness—and the cost that comes with it.

DirectorRory Kennedy
WritersMark Bailey·Jack Youngelson

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Cast · Directed by Rory Kennedy

LHLaird Hamilton
Laird Hamilton
Self
GRGabrielle Reece
Gabrielle Reece
Self

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Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton?

Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Tubi TV and Pluto TV in Canada, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton on Netflix?

No, Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Tubi TV.

Is Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Canada as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton for free?

Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV and Pluto TV in Canada.

Is Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton based on a true story?

Yes — Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).