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Jack Johnson: SURFILMUSIC (2026)

Chronicles Jack Johnson’s evolution from surfer to filmmaker to world-renowned musician, weaving through the making of his iconic surf films Thicker Than Water (1999) and The September Sessions (2000). These classic films revealed Johnson’s artistic point of view through his lens and guitar, ultimately launching his music career. The film celebrates the lifelong friendships and ocean-driven community that shaped Johnson’s path, and features many of the surfers who appeared in the original films. It also captures the shared spirit of exploration and creativity that continues to inspire his music and environmentalism today.

Release: 2026-03-19
Runtime: 75 min

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Jack Johnson
Jack Johnson
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Kim Johnson
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Chris Malloy
Chris Malloy
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Emmett Malloy
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Keith Malloy
Keith Malloy
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Gerry Lopez
Gerry Lopez
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Rob Machado
Rob Machado
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Kelly Slater
Kelly Slater
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G. Love
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Ben Harper
Ben Harper
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JP Plunier
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John John Florence
John John Florence
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Tamayo Perry
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