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"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.

Top Cast

  • Duke Kahanamoku

    Duke Kahanamoku

    Self (archive footage)

  • Jason Momoa

    Jason Momoa

    Self - Narrator

  • Carissa Moore

    Carissa Moore

    Self

  • Kelia Moniz

    Kelia Moniz

    Self

  • Ha'a Keaulana

    Ha'a Keaulana

    Self

  • Ellie Kahanamoku

    Ellie Kahanamoku

    Self

  • Katherine Zuckerman

    Katherine Zuckerman

    Self

  • Kelly Slater

    Kelly Slater

    Self

  • Laird Hamilton

    Laird Hamilton

    Self

Overview

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.

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