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The Longest Wave

20191h 34mMovieDocumentary

Oscar-nominated filmmaker Joe Berlinger travels the globe with legendary windsurfer and pioneering waterman Robby Naish, a 24-time world champion whose quest to master the world's longest waves unexpectedly reveals his vulnerabilities as a…

DirectorJoe Berlinger
WriterJoe Berlinger
ProducerJoe Berlinger

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Cast · Directed by Joe Berlinger

RNRobby Naish
Robby Naish
Self
LHLaird Hamilton
Laird Hamilton
Self
KLKai Lenny
Kai Lenny
Self
GLGerry Lopez
Gerry Lopez
Self
RR
Robert Richman
Self
ML
Martin Lenny
Self
JP
Jace Panebianco
Self
JD
John DeCesare
Self
CP
Chuck Patterson
Self
MO
Miguel Vegas Van Oordt
Self
NN
Nani Naish
Self
CN
Christina Naish
Self

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The Longest Wave — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Longest Wave?

The Longest Wave is streaming on Kanopy in United States. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Longest Wave on Netflix?

No, The Longest Wave is not on Netflix in United States as of November 2026. It's currently on Kanopy.

Is The Longest Wave on Amazon Prime Video?

No, The Longest Wave isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United States right now. It's on Kanopy instead.

Where can I watch The Longest Wave for free?

The Longest Wave is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy in United States.