Netflix has released the official trailer and poster for their animated romance IN WAVES, which will begin streaming on their platform on December 11th, 2026. The film world premiered at this year’s Toronto International Film Festival and will have a limited theatrical release on November 27th, 2026.
In Waves is directed by Phuong Mai Nguyen and written by Fanny Burdino and Samuel Doux. It features the voices of Will Sharpe and Stephanie Hsu.
Based on a true story, In Waves follows a reserved high school student, AJ (Sharpe), who spends his days drawing and skateboarding with his friends. His classmate, Kristen (Hsu), an energetic surfer, finds joy and freedom in the ocean. When they meet, curiosity evolves into deep love: Kristen teaches AJ to surf and shares the historical connection between surfing and Hawaiian culture. As their relationship grows closer, AJ is inspired to preserve their bond by drawing their story.
An animated true story set against the sun-soaked surf culture of Southern California, In Waves explores the joy of finding your soulmate, the courage it takes to live life to the fullest, and the enduring power of love to shape who we become and what we leave behind.
You can find the release date on our Streaming Calendar. Check out the new official trailer and poster below.
