The Dawn Wall movie poster

The Dawn Wall

November 1, 2017 1h 41m 8.1/10 (336 votes)

Originally released in 2017. The Dawn Wall is a documentary/adventure film. directed by Josh Lowell.

Starring Tommy Caldwell, John Branch, and Kevin Jorgeson

Synopsis

The definitive film on the climb that captured headlines and ignited imaginations worldwide. Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson ascend the hardest big wall of all time: a 19 day ascent of The Dawn Wall, on the 3,000 foot vertical face of El Capitan, in Yosemite National Park. The film travels deeper than the climb, digging into the history of the climbers and painting an intimate portrait of Caldwell's harrowing life experiences that culminated in a single-minded drive to complete this impossible climb. The Dawn Wall is a heart-warming and inspiring movie that celebrates perseverance, camaraderie, and the universal spirit of dreaming big, and never giving up.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 1, 2017 8 years ago
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Runtime 1h 41m 101 minutes total
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User Rating 8.1/10 Excellent (336 votes)
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Language English Original language
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Country Austria + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Production Companies

  • Sender Films
  • Red Bull Media House

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Dawn Wall about?

The definitive film on the climb that captured headlines and ignited imaginations worldwide. Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson ascend the hardest big wall of all time: a 19 day ascent of The Dawn W...

Who directed The Dawn Wall?

The Dawn Wall was directed by Josh Lowell.

How long is The Dawn Wall?

The Dawn Wall has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes (101 minutes total).

When was The Dawn Wall released?

The Dawn Wall was released on November 1, 2017 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Dawn Wall?

The main cast of The Dawn Wall includes Tommy Caldwell, John Branch, Kevin Jorgeson, Beth Rodden, Becca Pietsch.

Is The Dawn Wall worth watching?

The Dawn Wall has a user rating of 8.1/10 based on 336 reviews, indicating excellent reception from audiences.