Movies Similar to Momentum: Under the Influence (2001)

Barbie plays Merliah, a surfer who discovers she's actually a mermaid. Along with her dolphin companion, she embarks on an underwater quest to save her mother, who is the queen of Oceana.

This is the true story of Bethany Hamilton, a teenager who lost her arm in a shark attack. She courageously battled incredible obstacles to return to competitive surfing, driven by her determination…

A surfer on a journey of self-discovery grapples with a profound sense of meaninglessness.

Zach puts his artistic ambitions aside to provide for his sister and nephew, taking on a series of unfulfilling jobs. He spends his time painting, surfing, and with his close friend Gabe,…

Anne Marie is completely dedicated to surfing. Sharing a beach shack with three roommates, she wakes before sunrise daily to surf and eagerly awaits the Pipe Masters competition. She moved to Hawaii…

A divorced woman begins a passionate affair with a younger surfing instructor while on vacation in Hawaii.

Jason discovers a strange board game called Mamba. When his surfer friends begin playing, they unleash a deadly curse that kills the losers in horrific ways. Legend says the winner gets a…

Chris Malloy, Emmett Malloy, and Jack Johnson collaborated to film the life of a professional surfer. Shot entirely on 16mm film, "Thicker Than Water" documents Rob Machado, Kelly Slater, Brad Gerlach, Shane…

During the Cold War, American singer Nick Rivers travels to East Germany for a music festival and meets Hillary Flammond. They fall in love, and Nick becomes involved with a resistance group…

In Los Angeles, a secretive group of bank robbers called The Ex-Presidents are terrorizing the city with bold heists, each member wearing a mask of a past US president. As the FBI…

A young Hawaiian surfer travels to Vermont to try snowboarding in the snowy mountains. He faces challenges as he learns the new sport, adapting his natural athleticism to master snowboarding. The film…

"The Endless Summer" is a landmark documentary by Bruce Brown, released in 1966, that explores surf culture and passion. The film follows two American surfers, Mike Hynson and Robert August, as they…

This heartwarming film follows three lifelong friends in 1960s California who share a love for surfing. The story begins with their carefree youth, filled with coastal adventures. As they mature and lives…

This documentary profiles surfers and their hidden surf locations worldwide. It offers a unique and compelling experience, unlike anything else.

Riding Giants tells the story of big wave surfers who have achieved legendary status in their sport. Directed by Stacy Peralta, known for his work in skateboarding.

Molly, Val, and Gina are graduating from college and celebrate with a final gathering before starting their lives apart. As they face the end of their carefree student days, underlying tensions and…

JC, thirty years old, is a respected figure in the Cornish surfing world, using the waves to avoid the responsibilities of adulthood. But when his girlfriend wants a more stable life and…

A shady producer invents "blood surfing," a stunt involving throwing fish carcasses into the ocean to attract sharks, then surfing alongside the feeding animals. He recruits two thrill-seeking surfers and their camerawoman…

KILL SPEED follows two best friends who pilot custom-built, advanced aircraft across rural California. Their mission: to transport Mexican crystal meth and finance their dream of a Hollywood rock-star life. It's a…

When her daughter Kayla disappears during a spring break vacation on a tropical island, a mother journeys there to find her. While grappling with the kidnappers' demands, she uncovers unsettling truths suggesting…

A quiet art student joins a surfing club and develops feelings for a senior member who teaches him more than just surfing.

Featuring a dynamic soundtrack and renowned surfers like Ben Bourgeois, Kelly Slater, and Danny Fuller, Circle One offers thrilling action. The film captures these athletes as they ride successive massive waves, showcasing…

This romantic drama follows a story of love against the backdrop of a rugged Norwegian coastline. The film explores the challenges of pursuing dreams, battling harsh conditions, and navigating relationships.

Professional surfers Kelly Slater, Rob Machado, and others travel to Sumatra for a surf trip. They experience incredible waves and a release from the pressures of their professional lives. "September Sessions" documents…

This documentary follows the top big wave surfers as they journey globally in pursuit of the biggest waves.

A group of unlikely senior students, feeling like outsiders at their surf-obsessed high school, decide to infiltrate the biggest surfing competition. To succeed, they face one challenge: they need to learn how…

Dear & Yonder is a surf movie by Tiffany Campbell and Andria Lessler. It stars a diverse group of women, each with her own story, united by a shared love of adventure…

In the winter of 1975, Hawaii's surfing world was transformed. A group of young surfers from Australia and South Africa risked everything to build surfing into a sport, a culture, and a…

Join the crew on a global adventure as they explore South Africa, Hawaii, Norway, Mexico, the Caroline Islands, and Western Australia. Traveling in Brian Conley's Hurricane Hunter, they venture to remote locations…

"Nihi" is a film biography of Titus Kinimaka, one of the few remaining professional big-wave surfers of pure Hawaiian ancestry. As a child, he won surfing competitions against much older competitors, and…

Midget Hollow, a carefree teenager who enjoys surfing and socializing with surfers, experiences a significant shift in her life when her best friend's brother, Cass, joins their group. Their connection quickly develops…

Oscar-nominated director Joe Berlinger follows windsurfing legend Robby Naish, a 24-time world champion, as he searches for the world's longest waves. The film reveals unexpected challenges in Naish’s career as a competitor,…

Soo-jeong is camping at Jukdo Beach when Jeong-yong, who has been away for a while, returns. They unexpectedly meet while surfing. Meanwhile, Jukdo Beach, once a popular surfing destination, is losing its…

In a bustling Bangladeshi port city, three teenage girls from working-class families find respite from their difficult lives and restrictive homes by surfing. Riding the waves offers them a brief, exhilarating feeling…

Nikki Blue is a dancer at a strip club tucked away on a rural New England road. Further on, Alice, a directionless college graduate, works at a roadside fossil and rock shop.…

A knight who cannot die must find a powerful, old amulet. The demons will then be able to cause destruction across the planet.

When his father, a German army officer, is deployed to Somalia, 15-year-old Tim is sent to live with his grandmother on the North Sea island of Amrum. The withdrawn Berlin skater quickly…

When Rockit struggles to understand why his mother isn't home, he goes on a strange trip with his father, Bosch, and discovers they are hiding from the authorities. Rockit finds a kindred…

In 2008, surfer Kerby Brown gained international attention for riding a 40-foot wave – a defining moment in his career. Driven by that experience, he continues to seek extreme thrills. Facing Monsters…

Five-time Olympic medalist Duke Kahanamoku revolutionized swimming and popularized surfing worldwide, despite facing personal hardships throughout his life. This film explores his remarkable journey and lasting impact as a legendary swimmer, pioneer,…

Four friends embark on a relaxing road trip with plans for pubs and surfing. However, underlying tensions emerge within the group. Sandy, a reserved young man, becomes increasingly upset by Boo's disrespectful…

After trouble with a local tough in their Northern Ireland hometown, Fergus and Wesley decide to start over in Australia. They build new lives in Sydney, but eventually overstay their visas and…

Haunted by his experiences in war, a veteran battles suicidal thoughts. He finds a path to healing in a surf therapy program, connecting with others who understand his trauma as they ride…

Bruce Brown, renowned for his surfing documentaries, revisits the locations featured in his classic film *Endless Summer* (1966). He follows two young surfers as they journey to the world's best surfing destinations,…

A group of friends travel to Hawaii during peak surfing season, hoping to compete with other surfers and find romantic partners.

Francis is desperate to avoid a family vacation to Hawaii, which coincides with the two weeks her boyfriend, Moondoggy, is home from college. When he encourages her to go anyway, she panics,…

After losing her job as a backup singer, a woman finds herself stranded in a quiet coastal town. Seeking temporary lodging in a caravan park, she unexpectedly runs into the teenage daughter…

This is the story of Gabriel Medina, a surfer who defied expectations. He rose from humble beginnings to become a dominant force in surfing and a major name in the world of…

A struggling tennis player (Tony Franciosa) and his friends in Malibu cross paths with a TV actress (Jacqueline Bisset) who is on a path to danger.