Disciples of Gill (2009): cast, story & where to watch
2009 · Film · ★ 10

Released in 2009, Disciples of Gill is a documentary film directed by Pat Ament, running about 50 minutes.
What it’s about. Disciples of Gill is a documentary by Pat Ament dedicated to bouldering and the legacy of John Gill, a major figure in climbing. The film revisits the rise of bouldering in the 1960s and 70s, as well as its influence on modern climbing. It follows the stories of climbers inspired by John Gill and shows how his ideas, technique, and approach shaped an entire generation. It blends interviews and archival footage to trace the evolution of this practice in Pueblo, Flagstaff Mountain, and more broadly within climbing culture.
Who’s in it. Disciples of Gill stars John Gill as Self, Jeff Lowe as Self, Pat Ament as Self and George H. Lowe as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Disciples of Gill 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 Disciples of Gill page.
If you liked it. Fans of Disciples of Gill 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 Disciples of Gill (2009)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Disciples of Gill change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Disciples of Gill worth watching?
- Disciples of Gill holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Disciples of Gill?
- Disciples of Gill stars John Gill, Jeff Lowe, Pat Ament, George H. Lowe and Jim Holloway.
- When was Disciples of Gill released?
- Disciples of Gill was released in 2009, with a runtime of about 50 minutes.
