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Waiting for Lightning

5.820121h 36mPG-13MovieDocumentaryDrama

Documentary about the life of skateboarder Danny Way and his attempt at jumping over the Great Wall of China on a skateboard.

DirectorJacob Rosenberg
WriterBret Anthony Johnston
ProducersDarryl Franklin·Michael J. Mailis

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Cast · Directed by Jacob Rosenberg

DWDanny Way
Danny Way
Self
KBKen Block
Ken Block
Self
BBBob Burnquist
Bob Burnquist
Self
RDRob Dyrdek
Rob Dyrdek
Self
THTony Hawk
Tony Hawk
Self
TPTravis Pastrana
Travis Pastrana
Self
PRPaul Rodriguez
Paul Rodriguez
Self
MHMat Hoffman
Mat Hoffman
Self
LHLaird Hamilton
Laird Hamilton
Self
MB
Mike Blabc
Self
BB
Bod Boyle
Self
GB
Grant Brittain
Self

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Waiting for Lightning — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Waiting for Lightning?

Waiting for Lightning is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hoopla and Pluto TV in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Waiting for Lightning on Netflix?

No, Waiting for Lightning is not on Netflix in United States as of October 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Hoopla.

Is Waiting for Lightning on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Waiting for Lightning is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of October 2026.

Where can I watch Waiting for Lightning for free?

Waiting for Lightning is available to stream free (with ads) on Hoopla and Pluto TV in United States.