---
title: "Surf's Up 2: WaveMania"
year: 2017
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/surf-s-up-2-wavemania-2017"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 411840
imdb_id: null
status: "Unknown"
community_rating: 6.0
vote_count: 0
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Surf's Up 2: WaveMania (2017) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/surf-s-up-2-wavemania-2017

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Surf's Up 2: WaveMania is a 2017 American animated sports comedy film and the sequel to the 2007 film Surf's Up. The film was produced by Sony Pictures Animation and WWE Studios, and released direct-to-video by Sony Pictures Home Entertainment on January 17, 2017. The film features the return of characters Cody, Chicken Joe, and Lani. In the story, characters Cody, Chicken Joe and Lani are back in their most epic adventure yet as they journey to the most legendary surfing spot on the planet. They are put to the test by the most radical surfing dream team known as The Hang Five, who teach them the meaning of teamwork. The film stars WWE Superstars and spans the genres of animation, family, and comedy with a runtime of one hour and twenty-four minutes.

## The Hook & The Verdict

**The Hook**: "Cody, Chicken Joe and Lani embark on an epic surfing adventure with The Hang Five."

### Why Watch
- features favorite characters like Cody and Chicken Joe
- introduces a radical surfing dream team

### Caveats & Content Note
- limited plot details available in the provided sources
- Tone & Suitability: The film is rated PG and is suitable for family viewing.

**Micro-Themes & Vibe Matrix**: animated, family, comedy, adventure

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Who are the main characters in Surf's Up 2: WaveMania?
The main characters include Cody, Chicken Joe, and Lani.

### Q: Who are the members of the surfing dream team in the film?
The surfing dream team is called The Hang Five.

### Q: What is the genre of the film?
The film falls under animation, family, and comedy.

### Q: When was Surf's Up 2: WaveMania released in the US?
It was released on 01/17/2017 in the US.

### Q: What is the runtime of the movie?
The runtime is 1 hour and 24 minutes.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Surf's Up 2: WaveMania — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/411840)
- [Surf's Up 2: WaveMania - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surf%27s_Up_2:_WaveMania)

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