---
title: "Surfwise"
year: 2007
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/surfwise-2007"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 26354
imdb_id: "tt0479547"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 93
community_rating: 6.8
vote_count: 29
content_rating: "R"
---

# Surfwise (2007) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/surfwise-2007

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Surfwise is a 2007 American documentary film directed by Doug Pray. The film explores the inspiring and tumultuous story of the eleven member Doc Paskowitz family. The documentary centers on eighty five year old surfer, health advocate, and sex guru Dr. Dorian Doc Paskowitz, his wife Juliette, and their nine children. The children were all home schooled and raised in a small camper on the beach. While living there, the family surfed and had to adhere to the strict diet and lifestyle of animals in the wild. The documentary premiered at the Toronto International Film Festival on September 11, 2007, and later had its United States premiere on May 9, 2008.

## 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, Hoopla | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **United Kingdom (GB)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV, Plex, Pluto TV | Amazon Video |
| **Canada (CA)** | None | Plex | Apple TV Store, FlixFling |
| **Australia (AU)** | None | Tubi TV | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, YouTube |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Doug Pray

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Adrian Paskowitz** as *Self*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Surfwise online?
Surfwise 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 Surfwise worth watching?
Surfwise holds a community rating of 6.8/10 based on 29 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Documentary for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Surfwise and when was it released?
Surfwise is a feature film with a runtime of 93 minutes. It was released in 2007. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Surfwise?
Surfwise was directed by Doug Pray.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Surfwise — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/26354)
- [Surfwise (2007) - Full cast & crew - IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0479547/fullcredits/)
- [Surfwise - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Surfwise)
- [Surfwise (2007) - Cast & Crew — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/26354-surfwise/cast)
- [Surfwise - Full Cast & Crew - TV Guide](https://www.tvguide.com/movies/surfwise/cast/2030067475/)
- [Where to Watch Surfwise (2007) Online](https://watch.plex.tv/)

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