---
title: "Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/johnny-kapahala-back-on-board-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 62527
imdb_id: "tt0942378"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 90
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 104
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/johnny-kapahala-back-on-board-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board is a 2007 television movie that falls into the family, comedy, and drama genres with a runtime of one hour and thirty minutes. The story follows Johnny Kapahala, a teenage snowboarding champion from Vermont, as he returns to Oahu, Hawaii. He makes the trip for the wedding of his hero and grandfather, local surf legend Johnny Tsunami, and to catch a few famous Kauai waves. Upon his arrival in Hawaii, Johnny meets his new family, which includes Uncle Chris, the twelve-year-old son of his new step-grandmother. Chris resents the upcoming marriage and has an exclusive interest in joining a mountain boarding crew led by a teenage bully. Meanwhile, Johnny's grandfather and his new wife open a surf shop that caters to both surfers and mountain boarders. The family business soon becomes embroiled in a turf war with a rival shop.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Disney Plus | None | Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store, YouTube |
| **Canada (CA)** | Disney Plus | None | YouTube |
| **Australia (AU)** | Disney Plus | None | Apple TV Store |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Eric Bross
- **Networks / Studios**: Rubicon Films, LTD, Utica Productions, Disney Channel

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Brandon Baker** as *Johnny Kapahaala*
- **Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa** as *Grandpa Johnny Tsunami*
- **Jake T. Austin** as *Chris*
- **Robyn Lively** as *Carla*
- **Mary Page Keller** as *Melanie*
- **Yuji Okumoto** as *Pete*
- **Rose McIver** as *Valerie*
- **Jonathan McDaniel** as *Sam Sterling*
- **Andrew James Allen** as *Jared*
- **Phil Brown** as *Troy*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board online?
Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board is currently available to watch or stream on Disney Plus, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies, YouTube. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board worth watching?
Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 104 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Family, Comedy for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board and when was it released?
Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board is a feature film with a runtime of 90 minutes. It was released in 2007. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board?
Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board was directed by Eric Bross.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/62527)
- [Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board (TV Movie 2007) - Full cast ...](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0942378/fullcredits/)
- [Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board (2007) - Cast & Crew — The ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/62527-johnny-kapahala-back-on-board/cast)
- [Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board (2007) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/johnny-kapahala-back-on-board/credits)
- [Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Kapahala:_Back_on_Board)
- [Johnny Kapahala: Back on Board Cast: Brandon Baker & More](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/johnny-kapahala-back-on-board/1363526/credits/)

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