The Wave (1981): cast, story & where to watch
1981 · Film · ★ 7.2
Released in 1981, The Wave is a drama, family and tv movie film directed by Alexander Grasshoff, running about 44 minutes.
What it’s about. A teacher plays a mental game with some of his students. Based on a true story.
Who’s in it. The Wave stars Bruce Davison as Ben Ross, Lori Lethin as Lauree, John Putch as David and Johnny Doran as Robert, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.2/10, The Wave has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wave page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wave tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wave (1981)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Wave change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Wave worth watching?
- The Wave holds an audience score of 7.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama, family and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Wave?
- The Wave stars Bruce Davison, Lori Lethin, John Putch, Johnny Doran and Wesley Pfenning.
- When was The Wave released?
- The Wave was released in 1981, with a runtime of about 44 minutes.