Everest

Plot Summary

An international team of climbers ascends Mt. Everest in the spring of 1996. The film depicts their lengthy preparations for the climb, their trek to the summit, and their successful return to Base Camp. It also shows many of the challenges the group faced, including avalanches, lack of oxygen, treacherous ice walls, and a deadly blizzard.

Top Cast

Liam Neeson Narrator

Ed Viesturs Summit Team Leader, USA

David Breashears Summit Team, USA

Tracy Pfau Mountain Climber

Lhakpa Dorji