Touching the Void (2021): cast, story & where to watch
2021 · Film
Released in 2021, Touching the Void is a notable film directed by Tom Morris, running about 140 minutes.
What it’s about. Be transported from the comfort of your living room to the freezing peaks of the Peruvian Andes, as Joe Simpson and Simon Yates’ perilous descent of Siula Grande becomes a breathtaking struggle for survival. Bringing the thrill of live theatre to your home, experience the death-defying heights and life-changing decisions from a more intimate angle than ever with our unique multi-camera set-up and an engrossing 3D soundscape. Perched on an unstable snow-cliff and battered by freezing winds, Simon is desperate to rescue his injured climbing partner who hangs from a rope below him. Meanwhile, Joe teeters on the brink of death and despair in a crevasse from which he can’t possibly climb to safety.
Who’s in it. Touching the Void stars Fiona Hampton as Sarah, Patrick McNamee as Richard, Joshua Williams as Joe and Angus Yellowlees as Simon.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Broadway HD Amazon Channel. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Touching the Void page.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Touching the Void (2021)?
- In US, Touching the Void is available to stream on Broadway HD Amazon Channel. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Who stars in Touching the Void?
- Touching the Void stars Fiona Hampton, Patrick McNamee, Joshua Williams and Angus Yellowlees.
- When was Touching the Void released?
- Touching the Void was released in 2021, with a runtime of about 140 minutes.