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Blue Crush

2002 · Movie · PG-13 · 104 min · ★ 6.0 · 62% critics

AdventureRomanceDrama

A young surfer in Hawaii balances early-morning training, a demanding hotel job, and life with close friends as she prepares for a major competition. As pressure builds, a new romance and lingering fears test her focus, forcing her to decide what matters most.

Also known as Blue Crush 1 · Défi bleu

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Details
Years
2002
Release date
2002-08-16
Language
English
Rated
PG-13
Runtime
104 min
Critic score
62/100
TMDB rating
6.0/10 (571 votes)
About

You’ll likely enjoy this if you want a feel-good sports romance with lots of surfing, friendship, and Hawaiian scenery; Not for you if you need a complex story or nonstop action like Fever Pitch.

Pros: exhilarating surf sequences; sunny beach vibe; uplifting underdog energy | Cons: predictable sports beats; thin character depth; romance feels formulaic

Themes

  • sea
  • surfing
  • surfer
  • beach
  • sports
  • american football
  • roommates
  • hawaii
  • female friendship
  • pretty woman
  • accident
  • beach shack

Cast & crew

Directed by John Stockwell