The Climb (1998): cast, story & where to watch
1998 · Film · ★ 6.9
Released in 1998, The Climb is a drama film directed by Bob Swaim, running about 94 minutes.
What it’s about. Baltimore, 1959. Danny's dad is the only man in the neighborhood who didn't fight in World War II. Danny, who's 12, gets teased and folks make nasty cracks about cowards. An old radio tower on a nearby hill is about to be torn down, and Danny decides to climb it to prove his courage. Help comes from an aging neighbor, Old Man Langer, a former construction foreman who's dying of cancer and wants Danny to help him commit suicide. Langer rigs pulleys and weights to help the lad make the climb. Meanwhile, an aggressive and angry neighbor (an army vet) regularly gets drunk and shoots off his rifle, and Danny's dad must confront him. It all comes to a head one stormy night.
Who’s in it. The Climb stars John Hurt as Chuck Langer, Gregory Smith as Danny Himes, David Strathairn as Earl Himes and Stephen McHattie as Jack McLaskin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.9/10, The Climb has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
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 Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Climb (1998)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Climb change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Climb worth watching?
- The Climb holds an audience score of 6.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Climb?
- The Climb stars John Hurt, Gregory Smith, David Strathairn, Stephen McHattie and Seth Smith.
- When was The Climb released?
- The Climb was released in 1998, with a runtime of about 94 minutes.