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5.9 / 10(52 votes)IMDbPG19871h 36m$3.8M Worldwide GrossUnited States of America

North Shore

“The peak...the dream...the ultimate test.”

Topics:#surfing

Synopsis

On a small stretch of coastline as powerful as a man's will, Rick Kane came to surf the big waves. He found a woman who would show him how to survive, and a challenge unlike any other.

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North Shore ≣ 1987 ≣ Trailer

Type: Trailer • Published 2019-12-26

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

August 14, 1987

Wide Cinema Exhibition

4K UHD / Blu-ray Debut

August 14, 1987

Physical Home Media

Financials & Box Office Performance

Released

Production Budget

Undisclosed

Filming & production cost

Worldwide Gross

$3.8M

Total global ticket sales

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
William Phelps
Screenplay & Story
Tim McCanlies, William Phelps
Original Title
North Shore
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 36m
Worldwide Gross
$3.8M
Production Studios
Universal Pictures

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

William Phelps

Screenplay & Story

Tim McCanlies, William Phelps, Randal Kleiser

Department Leadership Roster

Randal Kleiser

Randal Kleiser

Writer

William Phelps

Director

Tim McCanlies

Tim McCanlies

Screenplay

William Phelps

Writer

William Phelps

Screenplay

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG

PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)6

FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.

United States (MPAA)PG

Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.

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Frequently Asked Questions About North Shore

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is North Shore about?

On a small stretch of coastline as powerful as a man's will, Rick Kane came to surf the big waves. He found a woman who would show him how to survive, and a challenge unlike any other.

Who directed North Shore?

North Shore was directed by William Phelps.

Who stars in North Shore?

The principal cast of North Shore includes Matt Adler, Gregory Harrison, Nia Peeples, John Philbin, Gerry Lopez.

When was North Shore released and how long is it?

North Shore was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.

How much did North Shore make at the box office?

North Shore grossed $3.8M in worldwide ticket sales.

What is the age rating and content advisory for North Shore?

North Shore holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).