The Prince and the Surfer (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 2.8
Released in 1999, The Prince and the Surfer is a comedy, fantasy and family film directed by Arye Gross, running about 89 minutes. “Surfer's Rule!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. The classic Twain story "The Prince and the Pauper" gets a modern slant when Prince Edward of Gelfland switches places with Southern California surfer Cash Canty. Both discover a new world of romance, danger, and adventure beyond their wildest dreams.
Who’s in it. The Prince and the Surfer stars Sean Kellman as Cash Canty / Prince Edward of Gelfland, Robert Englund as Kratski, Vincent Schiavelli as Baumgarten and Jennifer O'Neill as Queen Albertina, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.8/10, The Prince and the Surfer 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 Prince and the Surfer page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Prince and the Surfer tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Prince and the Surfer (1999)?
- In US, The Prince and the Surfer 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 Prince and the Surfer worth watching?
- The Prince and the Surfer holds an audience score of 2.8 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, fantasy and family. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Prince and the Surfer?
- The Prince and the Surfer stars Sean Kellman, Robert Englund, Vincent Schiavelli, Jennifer O'Neill and Jason Strickland.
- When was The Prince and the Surfer released?
- The Prince and the Surfer was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 89 minutes.