Surf's Upmovie | 2007 Apr 2026

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards.

Cody Maverick is a teenager from Shiverpool, Antarctica. He dreams of escaping his mundane life. He wants to follow in the footsteps of his idol, Big Z. Cody enters the Big Z Memorial Surf Contest on Pin-Gu Island. Along the way, he meets a colorful cast of characters. He learns that winning isn't everything. 🌟 Key Characters The ambitious young protagonist. Big Z (Geek): The legendary surfer turned recluse. Lani Aliikai: A spirited lifeguard and Cody's crush. Chicken Joe: Cody's hilariously laid-back best friend. Surf's UpMovie | 2007

Groundbreaking, realistic water physics for 2007. Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the Academy Awards

The arrogant, nine-time champion. 🌊 Why It Stands Out Unique Format: It uses a documentary camera style. He wants to follow in the footsteps of his idol, Big Z

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Surf's Up (2007) is a critically acclaimed, mockumentary-style animated film that follows a young rockhopper penguin named Cody Maverick on his journey to become a professional surfer. 🎬 Film Overview 2007 Genre: Animation / Comedy / Sport Style: Mockumentary (found-footage style) Directors: Ash Brannon and Chris Buck 🐧 The Plot

Features hits from Incubus, Green Day, and Pearl Jam.