The Tony Alva Story (2019): cast, story & where to watch
2019 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2019, The Tony Alva Story is a documentary film directed by Rick Charnoski, running about 54 minutes.
What it’s about. 62-years-old Alva, the oldest professional, skateboarder in the world, is considered by many to be the godfather of modern day skateboarding. Alva’s brand of aggression and bravado in the 70’s set the stage for the way skateboarding would be forever defined. Vans’ The Tony Alva Story chronicles T.A.’s humble beginnings on the streets of Santa Monica to his rise to superstardom as part of the legendary Z-Boys, his inevitable drug-induced implosion and his ultimate rise from the ashes to accept his rightful place as a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations of skateboarders the world over.
Who’s in it. The Tony Alva Story stars Tony Alva as Himself, Jeff Grosso as Himself, Steve Olson as Himself and Stacy Peralta as Himself, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, The Tony Alva Story sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Tony Alva Story page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Tony Alva Story tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Tony Alva Story (2019)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Tony Alva Story change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Tony Alva Story worth watching?
- The Tony Alva Story holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Tony Alva Story?
- The Tony Alva Story stars Tony Alva, Jeff Grosso, Steve Olson, Stacy Peralta and Josh Brolin.
- When was The Tony Alva Story released?
- The Tony Alva Story was released in 2019, with a runtime of about 54 minutes.