100 Foot Wave

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.

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.

A few days after his historic ride, Garrett is visited by his mother, whose presence prompts an exploration of his highly unconventional and turbulent childhood. In 2013, a group of Brazilians arrived in Nazare, but their failure to heed Garrett's safety advice resulted in a near-fatal accident. In 2017, Garrett's appearance at a giant wave competition took a devasting turn.

In 2017, prominent surfers flocked 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 struggled with determining whether he was mentally ready to get back in the water.

As the word gets out about Nazare, the Worlds top surfers begin to arrive for the first official competition. Concerns over safety measures cause more worries for Garrett.

Finale: After the competition suddenly ends, the surfers reflect on their passions for tow surfing.