Even those not particularly attuned to surfing will find themselves drawn into this drama. The series centers around a group of pro surfers competing for the world’s championship title. But it isn’t all sports. Family drama and personal relationships provide relief from the competitive tension. When Gabriel Medina—ranked 2nd in the world—whines about his parents, you can almost forget his stardom. Then he plunges into staggering pipeline waves. Missteps can mean losing a competition, not to mention crashing into a coral reef. Gripping and jarring, this is the first behind-the-scenes look at the World Surf League, the global governing body for professional surfers. —Elena Clavarino