First Ascent

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Summaries

Solo free climbers as well as alpinists are featured tackling difficult climbing, and sometimes personal, challenges across the world.

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Keywords
  • climbing
  • extreme sport
  • well
Genres
  • Adventure
  • Sport
Release date Jan 3, 2025
Motion Picture Rating (MPA) Not Rated
Countries of origin United States
Official sites Official site
Language English
Production companies Sender Films Shankly Productions

Box office

Budget $552018

Tech specs

Runtime 30m
Color Color
Aspect ratio

Synopsis

The first ever ropeless climb of Yosemites sheer 2,000 foot wall of Half Dome. The longest BASE jump achieved, from the infamous Eiger Nordwand. A tragic expedition to the lost peaks of Western China. These are just a few of the amazing feats and personal journeys featured in the First Ascent Series.

First Ascent is Sender Films' groundbreaking 6-part series that takes you to the cutting edge of adventure. Produced over two years on five continents, First Ascent follows the greatest climbers to majestic locations around the globe on their quests to redefine what is possible in the mountains.

"Fly or Die," the episode featuring free climbing BASE jumper Dean Potter, received an Emmy nomination for Outstanding Camera Work.

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