Ride the Wave (2022): cast, story & where to watch

2022 · Film · ★ 6.5

Ride the Wave poster

Released in 2022, Ride the Wave is a documentary film directed by Martyn Robertson, running about 86 minutes.

What it’s about. 14-year-old Scottish surfer Ben Larg wants to conquer one of the most dangerous cold water waves in the world at Mullaghmore, Ireland. If he succeeds, he will become the youngest surfer ever to do so. Danger, opportunity, and parental dilemma collide propelling Ben and his family towards an unknown destiny.

Who’s in it. Ride the Wave stars Ben Larg as Self.

How it landed. With an audience score of 6.5/10, Ride the Wave has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.

Where to watch. In GB you can rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies and BFI Player. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ride the Wave page.

If you liked it. Fans of Ride the Wave 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 Ride the Wave (2022)?
In GB, Ride the Wave is available to rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
Is Ride the Wave worth watching?
Ride the Wave holds an audience score of 6.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Ride the Wave?
Ride the Wave stars Ben Larg.
When was Ride the Wave released?
Ride the Wave was released in 2022, with a runtime of about 86 minutes.