---
title: "Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis"
year: 2023
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/birth-of-the-endless-summer-discovery-of-cape-st-francis-2023"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 1158963
imdb_id: "tt16211626"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 83
community_rating: 0.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "NR"
---

# Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis (2023) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/birth-of-the-endless-summer-discovery-of-cape-st-francis-2023

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
Task: Write a factual, original 150-190 word overview of the film "Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis" (2023).
Constraints:
ONLY verifiable facts from provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
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Sources provided:
[1] TMDB: Title, 2023, NR, 08/11/2023 (US), Documentary, 1h 23m.
[2] TMDB: Synopsis (untold story behind Bruce Brown's "The Endless Summer", Dick Metz journey 1958-1961, discovery of perfect wave at Cape St. Francis in South Africa, inspires Bruce Brown, Metz returns to South Africa at age 90).
[3] Moviefone: Cast includes Robert August and Bruce Brown.
[5] IMDb: Directed by Richard Yelland. Cast: Robert August, Bruce Brown, Dana Brown, Mikey February. Synopsis: Dick Metz vagabonds globe 1958-1961.
Title: Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis
Year: 202

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Kanopy, Fawesome | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Amazon MX Player | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |
| **Australia (AU)** | DocPlay, DocPlay Amazon Channel | None | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Richard Yelland
- **Networks / Studios**: Adventure Entertainment

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Robert August** as *Self*
- **Bruce Brown** as *Self*
- **Dana Brown** as *Self*
- **Michael Hynson** as *Self*
- **Rob Machado** as *Self*
- **Alex Mecl** as *Self*
- **Dick Metz** as *Self*
- **Kelly Slater** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis online?
Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis worth watching?
Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis holds a community rating of 0.0/10. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis and when was it released?
Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis is a feature film with a runtime of 83 minutes. It was released in 2023. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis?
Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis was directed by Richard Yelland.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1158963)
- [Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/1158963-birth-of-the-endless-summer-discovery-of-cape-st-francis)
- [Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis ...](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/birth-of-the-endless-summer-discovery-of-stfrancis/LAACTPHW1rYbQDw2UtiIs4/credits/)
- [Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis](https://www.flickchart.com/movie/birth-of-the-endless-summer-discovery-of-st-francis/credits)
- [Birth of the Endless Summer: Discovery of Cape St. Francis - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt16211626/)
- [Birth of The Endless Summer: Discovery of St.Francis (2023 ...](https://flixi.com/movies/birth-of-the-endless-summer-discovery-of-stfrancis/fullcast)

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