The Wave
1936, Spanish. Directed by Fred Zinnemann & Emilio Gómez Muriel.
A Mexican fisherman, whose son has died because he could not afford necessary medical care out of his meagre wages, becomes aware of how badly exploited he and his many fellow fisherman are by the one greedy man for whom they work and the corrupt politician who makes the laws to benefit him.
- Runtime
- 1h 1m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- Spanish
- Rated
- NR
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The Wave is streaming on Criterion Channel in India.
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- Released
- 16 July 1936
- Original title
- Redes
- Country
- Mexico
- Written by
- Agustín Velázquez Chávez, Paul Strand
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How long is The Wave?
The Wave runs 61 minutes (1h 1m).
Does The Wave have a post-credits scene?
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The Wave parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Wave is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Which OTT platform is The Wave on?
The Wave is streaming on Criterion Channel in India. (Checked 6 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Wave?
If you liked The Wave, try The Old Man and the Sea, Erin Brockovich, Captains Courageous.
Who directed The Wave?
The Wave (1936) was directed by Fred Zinnemann and Emilio Gómez Muriel and stars Silvio Hernández, Antonio Lara, Miguel Figueroa.