The Perfect Wave (2014): cast, story & where to watch
2014 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 2014, The Perfect Wave is a drama, adventure and romance film directed by Bruce MacDonald, running about 113 minutes.
What it’s about. The true story of Ian McCormack who grew up surfing the waters of New Zealand. Wanting to dive deeper, Ian sets out on a journey with his best friend that will change his life as they chase the perfect wave.
Who’s in it. The Perfect Wave stars Scott Eastwood as Ian McCormack, Cheryl Ladd as Mrs. McCormack (mom), Patrick Lyster as Mr. McCormack (dad) and Rachel Hendrix as Anabel, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Perfect Wave has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Perfect Wave page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Perfect Wave tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Perfect Wave (2014)?
- In US, The Perfect Wave is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Perfect Wave worth watching?
- The Perfect Wave holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, adventure and romance. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Perfect Wave?
- The Perfect Wave stars Scott Eastwood, Cheryl Ladd, Patrick Lyster, Rachel Hendrix and Scott Mortensen.
- When was The Perfect Wave released?
- The Perfect Wave was released in 2014, with a runtime of about 113 minutes.