Climbing for Life (2025): cast, story & where to watch
2025 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 2025, Climbing for Life is a drama film directed by Junji Sakamoto, running about 130 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1975, a woman reached the summit of Mount Everest: Junko, the first woman in history to reach the world's highest peak. Junko's unforgettable feat stunned the world, bringing her into the spotlight but casting a huge shadow over her friends and family. Despite being diagnosed with a terminal illness in her final years, Junko continued to challenge the mountains. What was the last thing she saw beyond the summit?
Who’s in it. Climbing for Life stars Sayuri Yoshinaga as Junko Tabei, Non as Junko Tabei (Adolescent), Yuki Amami as Etsuko Kitayama and Koichi Sato as Masaaki Tabe, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Climbing for Life sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Climbing for Life page.
If you liked it. Fans of Climbing for Life tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Climbing for Life (2025)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Climbing for Life change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Climbing for Life worth watching?
- Climbing for Life holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Climbing for Life?
- Climbing for Life stars Sayuri Yoshinaga, Non, Yuki Amami, Koichi Sato and Ryuya Wakaba.
- When was Climbing for Life released?
- Climbing for Life was released in 2025, with a runtime of about 130 minutes.