Swell Chasers TV series

We have been working on the idea of following Tim capturing doing his work, surfing and ocean images. For the first time, Tim will be in the front of the camera. It is an inside story on his work, his passion and a behind the scenes on what it takes to be on the journey to film the best big waves on the planet.

The four-part series follows the journey of acclaimed surf cinematographer Tim Bonython in his quest to capture on camera the biggest wave ever ridden. This ultimate goal has comes with challenges and takes us to the most dangerous and remote location on the planet. A warts and all adventure show full of surf action with plenty of story.

This New TV series is being release in exclusivity on Fox Docos on the 9th September 2021 | Channel 129

This Season1 included 4 episodes

Episode 1: Shipterns, where the team gets together

Episodes 2: Nazare, Is fear the reward?

Episode 3: Mullaghmore, beauty, mateship and big waves

Episodes 4: Cape Solander, Chasing swells.


The docos series is directed by Luke McKnee and produced by award-winning filmmaker Tim Bonython and executive produced Sandrine Iratchet-Bonython.

About the team …