Everest the Hard Way (1975): cast, story & where to watch
1975 · Film · ★ 5
Released in 1975, Everest the Hard Way is a documentary film directed by Ned Kelly, running about 55 minutes.
What it’s about. The classic expedition documentary of the 1975 British Expedition led by Chris Bonington up the South West Face of Everest. The summit was reached by Doug Scott and Dougal Haston followed by an epic bivouac just below the summit. Sadly mountaineer and cameraman Mick Burke died near the summit a day later. Peter Boardman and Pertemba summitted a few days later and made a harrowing descent, finding the top of the fixed ropes only by chance. In many ways, this films records both the end of an era the of big British national expeditions and is the harbinger of a the new alpine style in the Himalaya.
How it landed. With an audience score of 5.0/10, Everest the Hard Way has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Everest the Hard Way page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Everest the Hard Way (1975)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Everest the Hard Way change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Everest the Hard Way worth watching?
- Everest the Hard Way holds an audience score of 5.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- When was Everest the Hard Way released?
- Everest the Hard Way was released in 1975, with a runtime of about 55 minutes.