Everest (2015)
Climbers battle the planet's harshest elements in a gritty, suspenseful ascent toward a bleak, epic summit.
Inspired by the incredible events surrounding a treacherous attempt to reach the summit of the world's highest mountain, "Everest" documents the awe-inspiring journey of two different expeditions challenged beyond their limits by one of the fiercest snowstorms ever encountered by mankind. Their mettle tested by the harshest of elements found on the planet, the climbers will face nearly impossible obstacles as a lifelong obsession becomes a breathtaking struggle for survival.
How intense is Everest?
Everest is mildly scary, with light gore and some violence. Emotionally it is devastating. The pace is measured, and it is a full-attention watch. Rated PG-13.
What Everest feels like
- Tone
- tensegrittyepicsuspensefulbleak
- Pace
- Measured
- Best for
- Full attention
- True story
- Yes, based on true events.
Where to stream Everest
Not on a US subscription service at our last check. Rent or buy may still be an option.
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Is Everest for you?
Is Everest scary?
Only a little. Everest has a few tense moments (scare level 1 of 3), nothing that follows you to bed.
Is Everest gory or violent?
Light gore (1 of 3) and some violence (1 of 3).
Is Everest sad or heavy?
Yes. Emotional weight 3 of 3. It hits hard; do not plan anything light after.
Is Everest OK for kids?
It is rated PG-13. Intensity: scare 1, gore 1, violence 1, each out of 3. Your call for older kids.
How long is Everest?
Everest runs 2h 1m.
Where can I stream Everest?
Everest is not on a US subscription service right now (rent or buy may still be an option).
Does Everest have a happy ending? spoiler-safe answer
No. Brace yourself.
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