The Birth of Girl Skateboards
Girl Skateboards was founded in 1993 by skaters Mike Carroll and Rick Howard, along with a crew of pros who left Planet Earth Skateboards to build something new. From the very beginning, Girl set itself apart not just through skating, but through the art of the skate video.
Goldfish (1993)
Girl's debut video, Goldfish, arrived the same year the company launched and immediately announced a new era in skateboarding. The film features the original Girl team along with guest appearances from the Chocolate team. The film set the standard for all Girl films to follow by including creative and narrative skits starring team riders. The film was directed by Spike Jonze. The video blended technical street skating with a laid-back vibe that felt fresh and authentic. https://films.girlskateboards.com/watch/goldfish
Mouse (1996)
Mouse is widely regarded as one of the greatest skate videos ever made. Directed by Spike Jonze, it pushed the boundaries of what a skate video could be — cinematic, funny, and packed with groundbreaking skating. Eric Koston's part in particular became legendary, cementing his status as one of the best skaters of his generation. https://films.girlskateboards.com/watch/mouse
Yeah Right! (2003)
Produced by Spike Jonze and directed by Ty Evans, Yeah Right! was a landmark production that introduced invisible boards, Hollywood-level production values, and a roster of skaters at the peak of their powers. It remains a touchstone of early 2000s skateboarding culture. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v9gyNajxuvQ
Pretty Sweet (2012)
Co-produced with Chocolate, Pretty Sweet was a massive undertaking — nearly two hours of skating filmed over several years. Directed by Spike Jonze and Ty Evans, it featured the full rosters of both companies and showcased a new generation of riders alongside veterans. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4y1nzhYELcc
Doll (2020)
Doll brings Girl's video story into 2020, adding another chapter to a catalogue that stretches back to Goldfish. For anyone exploring the brand through its films, it's a chance to move beyond the classics and follow Girl into a new decade. https://films.girlskateboards.com/watch/doll-20
Nervous Circus (2020)
Released in the same year, Nervous Circus adds another stop on that journey. Former amateurs, Niels Bennett & Griffin Gass open and close this mini feature, while also introducing Rowan Davis to the crew! Featuring: Niels Bennett, Griffin Gass, Tyler Pacheco, Simon Bannerot, Andrew Brophy, Sean Malto, Breana Geering, and Rowan Davis. Alongside Doll, it belongs in a viewing list that looks beyond Girl's landmark full-length productions and follows the brand's continuing presence on screen. https://films.girlskateboards.com/watch/nervous-circus
Splinter (2025)
Splinter brings this viewing list up to 2025. Short Girl Films presents “Splinter” starring Simon Bannerot Niels Bennett Andrew Brophy Rowan Davis Griffin Gass Breana Geering Cory Kennedy Sean Malto Rick McCrank and Tyler Pacheco Guest Appearances by James Capps Matteo Vandeputte Evan Smith Jasper Dohrs Cinematography by Daniel Policelli Will McDonald and Robin Wilson Edited by Daniel Policelli. Follow it with a look back at Goldfish and Mouse to trace Girl's video story across more than three decades, or make it your next watch after Doll and Nervous Circus. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Aje-5OPG2kY
The Legacy
Girl Skateboards has always understood that a great video is more than a highlight reel — it's a cultural document. Through their partnership with Spike Jonze and Ty Evans, and later their own in-house production, Girl helped elevate skate filmmaking into an art form. Their videos continue to inspire skaters and filmmakers alike, and remain essential viewing for anyone serious about skateboarding history. Watch all the film plus multiple tour videos https://films.girlskateboards.com/