Waterman (2022): cast, story & where to watch
2022 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2022, Waterman is a history and documentary film directed by Isaac Halisima, running about 88 minutes. “Surfing legend. Olympic superstar. Hawaiian Icon. American hero.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. Waterman stars Duke Kahanamoku as Self (archive footage), Jason Momoa as Self - Narrator, Carissa Moore as Self and Kelia Moniz as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, Waterman sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Waterman page.
If you liked it. Fans of Waterman tend to enjoy Schindler's List, Saving Private Ryan, Hacksaw Ridge and Green Book.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Waterman (2022)?
- In US, Waterman is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Waterman worth watching?
- Waterman holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy history and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Waterman?
- Waterman stars Duke Kahanamoku, Jason Momoa, Carissa Moore, Kelia Moniz and Ha'a Keaulana.
- When was Waterman released?
- Waterman was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 88 minutes.