Ultimate Rush (2012): cast, story & where to watch
2012 · Series · ★ 10
Released in 2012, Ultimate Rush is a documentary series.
What it’s about. Ultimate Rush is a 2011/2012 documentary television series produced by the Red Bull Media House in association with Matchstick Productions, and marketed as a combination of stupendous action sports endeavour, coupled with a cinematic-approach to storytelling. Through its wide distribution in the United States, the UK, Brazil, Denmark, Austria and other territories, the series is evidence of the acceptance of extreme sports into mainstream television, and one of the most complete accounts thereof. The series focuses on the outrageous exploits of some of the best athletes in the world, and how they explore the fine line between extreme sports, philosophy and art. Most of the filming was conducted in the rugged backcountry of British Columbia, Alaska, the Rocky Mountains, the French Alps, the Himalayas and the Andes, but not at official events or secured sites.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Ultimate Rush sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Google Play Movies. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Ultimate Rush page.
If you liked it. Fans of Ultimate Rush tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Ultimate Rush (2012)?
- In US, Ultimate Rush is available to rent or buy from Google Play Movies. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Ultimate Rush worth watching?
- Ultimate Rush holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Ultimate Rush released?
- Ultimate Rush was released in 2012.