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The Endless Summer (1966)

Movie ★ 7.2 91 min

Documentary

Bruce Brown's The Endless Summer is one of the first and most influential surf movies of all time. The film documents American surfers Mike Hynson and Robert August as they travel the world during California’s winter (which, back in 1965 was off-season for surfing) in search of the perfect wave and ultimately, an endless summer.

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Quick facts

Released
June 15, 1966
Runtime
91 min
Rating
PG
Budget
$50,000
IMDb
tt0060371
Language
Studio
Bruce Brown Films

Themes

Cast

Michael Hynson Himself Robert August Robert August Himself Lord James Blears Himself Bruce Brown Bruce Brown Narrator Chip Fitzwater Himself Chuck Gardner Himself Wayne Miyata Himself

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Endless Summer about?
Bruce Brown's The Endless Summer is one of the first and most influential surf movies of all time. The film documents American surfers Mike Hynson and Robert August as they travel the world during California’s winter (which, back in 1965 was off-season for surfing) in search of the perfect wave and ultimately, an endless summer.
Who directed The Endless Summer?
The Endless Summer was directed by Bruce Brown.
Who stars in The Endless Summer?
The Endless Summer stars Michael Hynson, Robert August, Lord James Blears, Bruce Brown.
When was The Endless Summer released?
The Endless Summer is a 1966 documentary film.
Where can I watch The Endless Summer?
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