Assault on El Capitan (2013): cast, story & where to watch
2013 · Film
Released in 2013, Assault on El Capitan is a documentary film directed by Jeff Vargen, running about 67 minutes.
What it’s about. The story of Wings of Steel is part legend and part myth. The first ascent team spent 39 days climbing the controversial route. The result - death threats, physical assaults and a slander campaign that polarized the climbing community for over 30 years.
Who’s in it. Assault on El Capitan stars Ammon McNeely and Kait Barber.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Assault on El Capitan page.
If you liked it. Fans of Assault on El Capitan 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 Assault on El Capitan (2013)?
- In US, Assault on El Capitan is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Assault on El Capitan?
- Assault on El Capitan stars Ammon McNeely and Kait Barber.
- When was Assault on El Capitan released?
- Assault on El Capitan was released in 2013, with a runtime of about 67 minutes.