Ember's analysis
- Pacing
- Brisk
- Intensity
- Moderate
- Complexity
- Simple
- Violence
- None
- uplifting
- breezy
- earnest
- beach day
- summer viewing
What critics said
Critics broadly regarded the sequel as a formulaic and poorly executed surfing drama with weak comedy and little connection to its predecessor.
What sets it apart
May contain story progression spoilers
Dana carries her late mother's journal while retracing the surf journey her mother dreamed of completing.
Dana's pursuit of a flawless J-Bay ride is tied to independence, family expectations, and understanding her mother's legacy.
Dana travels along South Africa's breathtaking southern coast, encountering renowned surf locations on the way to J-Bay.
Dana leaves her Beverly Hills home after her father pressures her to prioritize college over surfing.
Films like Blue Crush 2, and why
Blue Crush
shared surfing focus, youthful self-discovery, coastal adventure, and sports drama
Soul Surfer
shared ocean-centered adventure, determined young protagonist, and inspirational sports drama
Point Break
shared coming-of-age journey, surfing culture, scenic beaches, and friendship themes
The Replacements
shared young-adult adventure, personal challenge, travel, and warm sports-oriented tone
Movie Details
- Director
- Mike Elliott
- Release Date
- 2011-06-07
- Runtime
- 113 min
- Rating
- 5.8 / 10 (122)
Cast
- Sasha Jackson
- Sharni Vinson
- Elizabeth Mathis
- Ben Milliken
- Chris Fisher
- Gideon Emery
- Rosy Hodge
- Rodger Halston
- Katharina Damm
- Matthew Dylan Roberts
Where to watch in United States
- Streaming
- Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads
- Rent
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
- Buy
- Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube, Fandango At Home
Streaming options come from TMDB and change over time.
Common questions
- What is Blue Crush 2 about?
- A gifted young surfer escapes parental expectations for a South African coastal quest shaped by her late mother’s unfinished dream.
- What is Blue Crush 2 like to watch?
- Ember's analysis rates the pacing of Blue Crush 2 as brisk, its intensity as moderate and its storytelling as simple.
- Is Blue Crush 2 violent?
- No — Ember's analysis finds no violence in Blue Crush 2.
- What did critics think of Blue Crush 2?
- Critics broadly regarded the sequel as a formulaic and poorly executed surfing drama with weak comedy and little connection to its predecessor.
- Which films are like Blue Crush 2?
- Films with a similar feel include Blue Crush, Soul Surfer, Point Break, and The Replacements.
- How long is Blue Crush 2?
- Blue Crush 2 runs 113 minutes.
- Where can I watch Blue Crush 2?
- In United States, Blue Crush 2 streams on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads.
