Seven Years in Tibet (1956): cast, story & where to watch
1956 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1956, Seven Years in Tibet is a documentary film directed by Hans Nieter.
What it’s about. Heinrich Harrer, an Austrian moutain climber, escapes from a British POW camp in India and flees north across the Himalayan mountains into Tibet. There he meets and befriends the young Dalai Lama.
Who’s in it. Seven Years in Tibet stars Heinrich Harrer as himself and Anton Diffring as Erzähler.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Seven Years in Tibet has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Seven Years in Tibet page.
If you liked it. Fans of Seven Years in Tibet tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Seven Years in Tibet (1956)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Seven Years in Tibet change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Seven Years in Tibet worth watching?
- Seven Years in Tibet holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Seven Years in Tibet?
- Seven Years in Tibet stars Heinrich Harrer and Anton Diffring.
- When was Seven Years in Tibet released?
- Seven Years in Tibet was released in 1956.