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Surf Ninjas

1993·Movie
1h 27min·PG

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High energy, light on feelings.

Energy

Fast-paced and thrilling

Fast from start to finish.

  • Fast Pace8
  • Adrenaline7
  • Violence6

Heart

Hopeful

  • Hopefulness7
  • Nostalgia5
  • Family Dynamics5

Humor

Plenty of slapstick and situational comedy

  • Physical Comedy8
  • Situational Comedy5
  • Satire & Parody5

World

Kept in the background

  • World Immersion6
  • Rewatchability6
  • Novelty6

Craft

Solid, not remarkable

  • Acting6
  • Direction5
  • Narrative Structure5

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Editing6
  • Music Composition6
  • Music Centrality6

Who it's for

AdultsFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalKidsPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensBackground WatchComfort WatchDrop-in FriendlyPure Escapism

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About

Surf's up! Time to save the world!

Two Asian-American "surfer-dude" brothers discover they are the long lost princes from a China Sea Island. Part of their inheritance includes magically-induced martial arts prowess and seeing the future. Using their new powers, they act to overthrow the island's current dictator, a despotic madman with a metal face!
90s NostalgiaFamily-Friendly Martial ArtsCheesy Action ComedySurf CultureOver-the-Top VillainMagical DestinySibling AdventureLighthearted Fun

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Questions about Surf Ninjas

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Surf Ninjas legally?

You can watch it free with ads on Hoopla, Plex, and Tubi TV. You can also rent or buy it from Fandango At Home. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Surf Ninjas worth watching?

39
WeakGoodWatch score

Reviews are weak, with a GoodWatch score of 40/100 (IMDb 5.1 and Rotten Tomatoes 23%). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Surf Ninjas rated?

PGViolence

It's rated PG in the United States. Content advisories: violence.

How long is Surf Ninjas?

1 h 27 min

Surf Ninjas runs 1 h 27 min.

Do critics and audiences agree on Surf Ninjas?

Critics23
Audiences60

Not quite. Audiences rate Surf Ninjas higher (60) than critics (23). It's more of a crowd-pleaser than a critics' pick.

Was Surf Ninjas a box office hit?

Budget$7 million
Box office$5 million

No. It cost about $7 million to make and earned $5 million worldwide, 76% of its budget.

What language is Surf Ninjas in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States, Thailand.

In how many countries can I watch Surf Ninjas?

7AUCAGBGGIENZUS

GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Surf Ninjas in 7 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Surf Ninjas use?

Suddenly Always Knew ThatExact WordsMcNinjaWaif ProphetKill It with WaterMondegreen GagAbsurdly Long StairwaySpare a MessengerGrievous Harm with a BodyLong-Lost RelativeThousand-Year ReignWarrior Princeand 42 more

TV Tropes lists 54 storytelling tropes for Surf Ninjas, including Suddenly Always Knew That, Exact Words, McNinja.