Victory over Annapurna (1953): cast, story & where to watch
1953 · Film · ★ 10
Released in 1953, Victory over Annapurna is a documentary and adventure film directed by Marcel Ichac, running about 56 minutes.
What it’s about. In 1950, a French expedition led by Maurice Herzog went to central Nepal to conquer the highest peak (8,091 meters): Annapurna. The film is not only made of what we see, but even more of what we don't see. Its imperfections are the negative imprint of the adventure. Memory is the most faithful of films.
Who’s in it. Victory over Annapurna stars Maurice Herzog as Self, Lionel Terray as Self, Gaston Rébuffat as Self and Louis Lachenal as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Victory over Annapurna 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 Victory over Annapurna page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Victory over Annapurna (1953)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Victory over Annapurna change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Victory over Annapurna worth watching?
- Victory over Annapurna holds an audience score of 10.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and adventure. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Victory over Annapurna?
- Victory over Annapurna stars Maurice Herzog, Lionel Terray, Gaston Rébuffat, Louis Lachenal and Jean Couzy.
- When was Victory over Annapurna released?
- Victory over Annapurna was released in 1953, with a runtime of about 56 minutes.