The Climb (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Film
Released in 1986, The Climb is an adventure film directed by Donald Shebib, running about 90 minutes. “Thirty before him have perished... Now one of them will decide his fate.” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. Based on the true story of the 1953 assault on Nanga Parbat, a treacherous Himalayan Peak.
Who’s in it. The Climb stars Bruce Greenwood as Hermann Buhl, James Hurdle as Dr. Karl Herligkoffer, Kenneth Welsh as Walter Frauenberger and Ken Pogue as Peter Aschenbrenner, among others.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Climb page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Climb tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Climb (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Climb change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Who stars in The Climb?
- The Climb stars Bruce Greenwood, James Hurdle, Kenneth Welsh, Ken Pogue and Denis Forest.
- When was The Climb released?
- The Climb was released in 1986, with a runtime of about 90 minutes.