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 3 Episode Guide
5 Episodes 2025
Episode 1
Risk
Thu, May 1, 2025 51 mins
After a startling realization about his health, Garrett returns to Nazaré, eager to get back to his peak performance. Meanwhile, Tony and Justine join forces following transformative times away from Portugal. But when the first big swell of the season hits and big wave hopefuls flood Nazaré, nothing goes as planned.
Episode 2
Undertow
Thu, May 8, 2025 57 mins
After Garrett's wipeout leaves his neurological health at the risk, a tragedy of the highest magnitude strikes Nazaré.
Episode 3
Cortes Bank
Thu, May 15, 2025 53 mins
When the surfers set out to chase a rare swell at Cortes Bank, Garrett contends with painful memories from his last trip there.
Episode 4
The Eddie
Thu, May 22, 2025 56 mins
Top surfers from around the world flock to O'ahu for the prestigious Eddie Aikau Big Wave Invitational - held for the first time in seven years. When he doesn't receive an invitation, Garrett reflects deeply on his life and surfing.
Episode 5
Family Business
Thu, May 29, 2025
Following the Eddie, the McNamara's move to Montaldo, Italy for a fresh start. But just as Garrett begins to slow down in his new life away from the ocean, he hears of a perfect swell off the coast of Morocco and can't resist.