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100 Foot Wave

“The odyssey continues.”

Series Overview

The decade-long odyssey of surfing pioneer Garrett McNamara, who, after visiting Nazaré, Portugal in hopes of conquering a 100-foot wave, pushed the sport to ever-greater heights and alongside locals helped transform the small fishing village into the world’s preeminent big-wave surfing destination.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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Returning SeriesIn ProductionDocumentary
Original Network
HBO
Episodes & Seasons

3 Seasons • 17 Episodes

52 min per episode

Air Date Window

2021 – Present

Premiered: Sun, Jul 18, 2021

Created By
Chris SmithChris Smith

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, May 29, 2025

Season 3, Episode 5: “Chapter V - Family Business”

Following the Eddie, the McNamara’s move to Montaldo, Italy for a fresh start. But just as Garrett begins to slow down in his new life away from the ocean, he hears of a perfect swell off the coast of Morocco and can’t resist. Cotty and Chumbo join Garrett and his son Titus in Safi to chase the waves, while Justine, now pregnant, is unable to do what has long fueled her. When a new swell is forecasted at Mavericks, the decision to chase the ultimate wave is contemplated once more.

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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100 Foot Wave: Official Trailer | HBOOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2021-07-06

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Chris Smith

Original Score & Music

Philip Glass

Film Editing

Julie Georgia Bernard

Producers

Vincent Kardasik, Zachary Rothfeld, Bentley Weiner, Michael Bloom, Maria Zuckerman

Department Leadership Roster

Philip Glass

Philip Glass

Original Music Composer

Vincent Kardasik

Producer

Julie Georgia Bernard

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 100 Foot Wave

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What is 100 Foot Wave about?

The decade-long odyssey of surfing pioneer Garrett McNamara, who, after visiting Nazaré, Portugal in hopes of conquering a 100-foot wave, pushed the sport to ever-greater heights and alongside locals helped transform the small fishing village into the world’s preeminent big-wave surfing destination.

How many seasons does 100 Foot Wave have?

100 Foot Wave comprises 3 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in 100 Foot Wave?

Key cast members in 100 Foot Wave include Garrett McNamara.

Who created or directed 100 Foot Wave?

100 Foot Wave was developed and directed by Chris Smith.