Big Wednesday
1978, English. Directed by John Milius.
A day will come that is like no other... and nothing that happens after will ever be the same.
Three 1960s California surfers fool around, drift apart and reunite years later to ride epic waves.
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
Start now and it ends at ….
Popcorn Flick
Fun if you don’t overthink it.
6.9/10 from 199 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch Big Wednesday
Big Wednesday isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online.
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Cast & crew
- John MiliusDirector
- Jan-Michael VincentMatt Johnson
- William KattJack Barlow
- Gary BuseyLeroy "The Masochist" Smith
- Patti D'ArbanvilleSally
- Lee PurcellPeggy Gordon
- Sam Melville"Bear"
- Reb Brown"Enforcer"
- Robert Englund"Fly"
- Joe SpinellPsychologist
- Hank WordenShopping Cart
- Charlene TiltonParty Girl
- Celia MiliusBride of the Bear
Details
- Released
- 26 May 1978
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dennis Aaberg, John Milius
- Budget
- $11M
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Big Wednesday: quick answers
Is Big Wednesday worth watching?
Our verdict is Popcorn Flick: Fun if you don’t overthink it. It scores 6.9/10 from 199 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Big Wednesday?
Big Wednesday runs 120 minutes (2h 0m).
Does Big Wednesday have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Big Wednesday. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Big Wednesday parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Big Wednesday is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Big Wednesday on?
Big Wednesday isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can rent it online. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Big Wednesday?
If you liked Big Wednesday, try American Graffiti, Half Brothers, Coupe de Ville.
Who directed Big Wednesday?
Big Wednesday (1978) was directed by John Milius and stars Jan-Michael Vincent, William Katt, Gary Busey.