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100 Foot Wave
100 Foot Wave

100 Foot Wave

Synopsis

Garrett McNamara journeyed to Nazare, Portugal with one goal in mind: to conquer a 100-foot wave. His effort drove the sport of surfing to new heights and helped transform a tiny fishing village into the world's preeminent big-wave surfing destination. From HBO Sports comes this breathtaking six-part documentary series that chronicles McNamara's quest.

  • Genre: Documentary
  • Episodes: 2

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Audio Languages

English

Episodes

Chapter III – Cortes Bank

S3 - E3 • 53 min

The surfers set out on an overnight boat to Cortes Bank, a legendary surf spot 100 miles off the coast of San Diego. When a rare swell appears, the opportunity represents a chance to catch the waves of their lives, while Garrett contends with painful memories from his previous trip to the mythic and dangerous destination.

Chapter IV – The Eddie

S3 - E4 • 55 min

Top surfers from around the world flock to O'ahu for the prestigious Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational – held for the first time in seven years. When he doesn't receive an invitation, Garrett reflects deeply on his life and surfing.