The Wave (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 5.1
Released in 2025, The Wave is a music and drama film directed by Sebastián Lelio, running about 129 minutes.
What it’s about. A music student’s testimony ignites a feminist uprising on her campus, where protest becomes performance and collective voice becomes an act of resistance.
Who’s in it. The Wave stars Daniela López as Julia, Avril Aurora as Luna, Lola Bravo as Rafa and Paulina Cortés as Tamara, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.1/10, The Wave has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Wave page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Wave tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and The Legend of 1900.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Wave (2025)?
- In US, The Wave is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video and Apple TV Store. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Wave worth watching?
- The Wave holds an audience score of 5.1 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy music and drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Wave?
- The Wave stars Daniela López, Avril Aurora, Lola Bravo, Paulina Cortés and Catalina Infante.
- When was The Wave released?
- The Wave was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 129 minutes.