Through the Unknown (2016): cast, story & where to watch
2016 · Film · ★ 7.9
Released in 2016, Through the Unknown is an adventure and documentary film directed by Federico Santini, running about 75 minutes.
What it’s about. "Verso L'Ignoto" (Towards the Unknown) is an Italian documentary that follows mountaineer Daniele Nardi and his team in their attempt to achieve the first winter ascent of Nanga Parbat, an 8,000-meter peak in Pakistan, nicknamed the "killer mountain" due to its exceptional danger. For three years, the camera follows the preparation and several successive expeditions, showing the extreme cold, avalanches, fatigue, and the setbacks that constantly force the climbers to choose between continuing their quest for the summit or preserving their lives. More than just a story of sporting achievement, the documentary highlights doubt, defeat, and human fragility, showing that the "unknown" is not only the mountain, but also the element of risk, desire, and need for self-transcendence that each of us carries within.
Who’s in it. Through the Unknown stars Daniele Nardi as Self, Roberto Delle Monache as Self, Élisabeth Revol as Self and Tomasz Mackiewicz as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, Through the Unknown has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Through the Unknown page.
If you liked it. Fans of Through the Unknown tend to enjoy The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception, Interstellar and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Through the Unknown (2016)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Through the Unknown change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Through the Unknown worth watching?
- Through the Unknown holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy adventure and documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Through the Unknown?
- Through the Unknown stars Daniele Nardi, Roberto Delle Monache, Élisabeth Revol, Tomasz Mackiewicz and Álex Txikon.
- When was Through the Unknown released?
- Through the Unknown was released in 2016, with a runtime of about 75 minutes.