MOVIE
Waterman
“Surfing legend. Olympic superstar. Hawaiian Icon. American hero.”
Five-time Olympic medalist and Native Hawaiian Duke Paoa Kahinu Mokoe Hulikohola Kahanamoku shattered records and brought surfing to the world while overcoming a lifetime of personal challenges. Waterman explores his journey and legacy as a legendary swimmer, trailblazer, and the undisputed father of modern-day surfing, following the sport’s first-time inclusion in this year’s Summer Olympics – a fitting tribute to his work promoting the sport around the globe.
Release / first air2022-04-01
Original languageEN
GenresDocumentary, History
DirectorIsaac Halasima
WriterScott Elder
BudgetNot available
RevenueNot available
ProductionSidewinder Films
Cast & Crew
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Duke KahanamokuSelf (archive footage)
Jason MomoaSelf - Narrator
Carissa MooreSelf
Kelia MonizSelf
Ha'a KeaulanaSelf
Kelly SlaterSelfKeywords
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