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Chasing Mavericks (2012)

โ€œLegends start somewhere.โ€

7.0/10 ยท 607 votes 1h 56m pg Drama

#62 of 232 films from 2012 #1832 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Curtis Hanson, Michael Apted ยท Written by Kario Salem, Brandon Hooper, Jim Meenaghan

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Overview

Surfer Jay Moriarity sets out to ride the Northern California break known as Mavericks.

Cast

Gerard Butleras Frosty Hesson
Jonny Westonas Jay Moriarity
Elisabeth Shueas Christy Moriarity
Abigail Spenceras Brenda Hesson
Leven Rambinas Kim
Peter Melas Magnificent Two
Zach Wormhoudtas Magnificent Three
Devin Crittendenas Blond
Taylor Handleyas Sonny
Cooper Timberlineas Little Jay Moriarty
Maya Rainesas Roquet
Harley Grahamas Little Kim
Jenica Bergereas Zeuf
James Anthony Cottonas Frank

Facts

Release dateOctober 25, 2012
Runtime116 min (1h 56m) โ€” longer as the 2012 average of 103 min
GenresDrama
LanguageEN
Box office$7,900,000
IMDbtt1629757

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Questions

How long is Chasing Mavericks?
Chasing Mavericks runs 116 minutes (1h 56m).
Is Chasing Mavericks worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 607 votes, which places it #62 of 232 films released in 2012 in this index (top 74%) and #1832 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Chasing Mavericks?
Chasing Mavericks was directed by Curtis Hanson, Michael Apted. Other well-rated titles by the same director: L.A. Confidential (1997), 8 Mile (2002), Gorillas in the Mist (1988).
Who stars in Chasing Mavericks?
Gerard Butler as Frosty Hesson; Jonny Weston as Jay Moriarity; Elisabeth Shue as Christy Moriarity; Abigail Spencer as Brenda Hesson; Leven Rambin as Kim; Peter Mel as Magnificent Two.
What is Chasing Mavericks rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Chasing Mavericks?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/27375.

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