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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
WritersJack Youngelson·Mark Bailey

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Not available in India
Streaming in 27 other countries

Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton isn't on any streaming service in India right now, but it's available in Argentina, Australia, Bolivia, Brazil and 23 more. Streaming rights are licensed per country.

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 isn't on any streaming service in India yet, but it's available in Argentina, Australia and Bolivia and other countries. Streaming rights differ by country — switch your country in the header to see where.

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 India as of September 2026.

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

No, Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton isn't on Amazon Prime Video in India right now.

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

Take Every Wave: The Life of Laird Hamilton isn't streaming in India yet, so there's no way to watch it free at the moment.

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).