100 Foot Wave
The six-part series intimately captures the decade-long odyssey of surfing pioneer Garrett McNamara, who, after visiting Nazaré, Portugal in hopes of conquering a 100 foot wave, pushed the sport to ever-greater heights and alongside locals helped transform the small fishing village into the world’s pre-eminent big-wave surfing destination.
- 2021-2025
- 3 seasons
- HBO Max
- Documentary, Sports
- TV-14
The six-part series intimately captures the decade-long odyssey of surfing pioneer Garrett McNamara, who, after visiting Nazaré, Portugal in hopes of conquering a 100 foot wave, pushed the sport to ever-greater heights and alongside locals helped transform the small fishing village into the world’s pre-eminent big-wave surfing destination.
Season 1 Episode Guide
6 Episodes 2021
Episode 1
Sea Monsters
Sun, Jul 18, 2021 60 mins
Following a massive win at a competition at Maui's world-famous Jaws surf break in 2003, professional surfer Garrett McNamara comes out of retirement to pursue his lifelong dream of riding a 100-foot wave.
Episode 2
We're Not Surfers
Sun, Jul 25, 2021 53 mins
In 2011, the McNamaras and their team reconvene in Nazare, where they kick preparations into high gear to prepare. Garrett catches a wave that forever changes him, the small seaside town, and the legacy of the sport.
Episode 3
Mavericks
Sun, Aug 1, 2021 52 mins
A few days after his historic ride, Garrett is visited by his mother, whose presence prompts an exploration into his highly unconventional and turbulent childhood. In 2013, a group of Brazilians arrive in Nazare, but their failure to heed Garrett's safety advice results in a near-fatal accident. In 2017, Garrett's appearance at a big wave competition takes a devasting turn.
Episode 4
Dancing With God
Sun, Aug 8, 2021 54 mins
In 2017, prominent surfers flock to Nazare for its largest swell to date and while one pro sets a new world record, Andrew Cotton suffers a devastating wipeout. In 2019, after rallying through a back-to-back concussion and broken foot, Garrett struggles with determining whether he's mentally ready to get back in the water.
Episode 5
The Circus
Sun, Aug 15, 2021 53 mins
As the word gets out about Nazare, the Worlds top surfers begin to arrive for the first official competition. Concerns over safety measures, causes more worries for Garrett.
Episode 6
More Than Just A Wipeout
Sun, Aug 22, 2021 50 mins
Finale: After the competition suddenly ends, the surfers reflect on their passions for tow-surfing.
