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The Best Episodes of 100 Foot Wave Season 1

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The decade-long odyssey of surfing pioneer Garrett McNamara, who, after visiting Nazaré, Portugal in hopes of conquering a 100-foot wave, pushed the sport to ever-greater heights and alongside locals helped transform the small fishing village

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    100 Foot Wave Season 1 Episode 1 - Chapter I - Sea Monsters
    8.3/10(182 votes)

    S1:E1

    Following a massive win at a competition at Maui's world-famous Jaws surf break in 2003, professional surfer Garrett McNamara comes out of retirement to pursue his lifelong dream of riding a 100-foot wave. In 2010, Garrett and his wife Nicole invite fellow big wave surfers to Nazare, Portugal, where the monstrous, untapped waves just might help McNamara achieve the impossible.

    Director:Chris Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. 100 Foot Wave Season 1 Episode 3 - Chapter III - Mavericks
    8.3/10(115 votes)

    S1:E3

    A few days after his historic ride, Garrett is visited by his mother, whose presence prompts an exploration into his highly unconventional and turbulent childhood. In 2013, a group of Brazilians arrive in Nazare, but their failure to heed Garrett's safety advice results in a near-fatal accident. In 2017, Garrett's appearance at a big wave competition takes a devastating turn.

    Director:Chris Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. 100 Foot Wave Season 1 Episode 4 - Chapter IV - Dancing with God
    8.1/10(94 votes)

    S1:E4

    In 2017, prominent surfers flock to Nazare for its largest swell to date — and while one pro sets a new world record, Andrew Cotton suffers a devastating wipeout. In 2019, after rallying through a back-to-back concussion and broken foot, Garrett struggles with determining whether he's mentally ready to get back in the water.

    Director:Chris Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. 100 Foot Wave Season 1 Episode 2 - Chapter II - We're Not Surfers
    8.0/10(128 votes)

    S1:E2

    In 2011, just as the largest swell of the season approaches, the McNamaras and their team reconvene in Nazare, where they kick preparations into high gear to prepare for their upcoming attempt at making history. Then, despite some unexpected hurdles, Garrett catches a wave that forever changes him, the small seaside town, and the legacy of the sport.

    Director:Chris Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. 100 Foot Wave Season 1 Episode 6 - Chapter VI - More Than Just a Wipeout
    7.9/10(101 votes)

    S1:E6

    After the WSL competition abruptly ends, the athletes reflect on their beloved, unpredictable sport. Later, Garrett attempts to surf again.

    Director:Chris Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. 100 Foot Wave Season 1 Episode 5 - Chapter V - The Circus
    7.7/10(89 votes)

    S1:E5

    As the world's top surfers arrive in Nazaré for the WSL’s Tow Surfing Challenge, Garrett grows concerned over proposed safety measures.​

    Director:Chris Smith
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Chapter I - Sea Monsters" is the best rated episode of "100 Foot Wave" season 1. It scored 8.3/10 based on 182 votes. Directed by Chris Smith and written by Unknown, it aired on 7/18/2021. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Chapter III - Mavericks".