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Soul Surfer (2011)

โ€œWhen you come back from a loss, beat the odds, and never say never, you find a champion.โ€

7.0/10 ยท 1,280 votes 1h 52m pg DramaFamily

#58 of 249 films from 2011 #1762 of 3759 in drama

Directed by Sean McNamara ยท Written by Sean McNamara, Douglas Schwartz, Michael Berk, Deborah Schwartz

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Overview

The true story of teen surfer Bethany Hamilton, who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again, through her sheer determination and unwavering faith.

Cast

AnnaSophia Robbas Bethany Hamilton
Helen Huntas Cheri Hamilton
Dennis Quaidas Tom Hamilton
Carrie Underwoodas Sarah Hill
Kevin Sorboas Holt Blanchard
Ross Thomasas Noah Hamilton
Chris Brochuas Timmy Hamilton
Lorraine Nicholsonas Alana Blanchard
Jeremy Sumpteras Byron
Sonya Balmoresas Malina Birch
Craig T. Nelsonas Dr. David Rovinsky
Cody Gomesas Keoki
Branscombe Richmondas Ben Aipa
Titus Kinimakaas Titus

Facts

Release dateApril 8, 2011
Runtime112 min (1h 52m) โ€” about the same as the 2011 average of 103 min
GenresDrama, Family
LanguageEN
Budget$18,000,000
Box office$47,088,990 (2.6ร— budget)
IMDbtt1596346

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Questions

How long is Soul Surfer?
Soul Surfer runs 112 minutes (1h 52m).
Is Soul Surfer worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7/10 across 1,280 votes, which places it #58 of 249 films released in 2011 in this index (top 77%) and #1762 among 3759 drama titles.
Who directed Soul Surfer?
Soul Surfer was directed by Sean McNamara. Other well-rated titles by the same director: The King's Daughter (2022), Raise Your Voice (2004), The Suite Life Movie (2011).
Who stars in Soul Surfer?
AnnaSophia Robb as Bethany Hamilton; Helen Hunt as Cheri Hamilton; Dennis Quaid as Tom Hamilton; Carrie Underwood as Sarah Hill; Kevin Sorbo as Holt Blanchard; Ross Thomas as Noah Hamilton.
What is Soul Surfer rated?
It carries a pg certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Soul Surfer?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/8734.

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