Fourth Everest Expedition
Synopsis
Percy Wyn-Harris' filmic record of the 1933 expedition, led by Hugh Ruttledge. It features comprehensive footage of the 1933 Mount Everest Expedition. Opens on the team’s arrival in India and shows landmarks, then shots of the preparations in Darjeeling. Includes blessing ceremonies by the Buddhist Lama at Darjeeling and the Chief Lama at Rongbuk. Scenes of all six camps being established and the journey back to Darjeeling, when it became clear summiting would be impossible this time.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
Official promotional previews, behind-the-scenes footage, and exclusive clips.
Rare film of 1933 attempt to climb Mount Everest Film 91121
Type: Clip • Published 2014-02-03
Top Cast
Explore Star Directory →Hugh Ruttledge
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Percy Wyn-Harris
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Eric Shipton
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Frank Smythe
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Jack Longland
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Lawrence Wager
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C. Raymond Greene
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George Wood Johnson
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Colin G. Crawford
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Edward Shebbeare
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Eugene Birnie
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Hugh Boustead
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E. Thompson
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William Russell Smijth-Windham
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William Maclean
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Tom Brocklebank
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Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Percy Wyn-Harris
- Original Title
- Fourth Everest Expedition
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- No Language
- Runtime
- 1h 16m
- Production Studios
- Vauxhall, Royal Geographic Society, Alpine Club
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Percy Wyn-Harris
Department Leadership Roster
Percy Wyn-Harris
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Fourth Everest Expedition.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fourth Everest Expedition
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What is Fourth Everest Expedition about?
Percy Wyn-Harris' filmic record of the 1933 expedition, led by Hugh Ruttledge. It features comprehensive footage of the 1933 Mount Everest Expedition. Opens on the team’s arrival in India and shows landmarks, then shots of the preparations in Darjeeling. Includes blessing ceremonies by the Buddhist Lama at Darjeeling and the Chief Lama at Rongbuk. Scenes of all six camps being established and the journey back to Darjeeling, when it became clear summiting would be impossible this time.
Who directed Fourth Everest Expedition?
Fourth Everest Expedition was directed by Percy Wyn-Harris.
Who stars in Fourth Everest Expedition?
The principal cast of Fourth Everest Expedition includes Hugh Ruttledge, Percy Wyn-Harris, Eric Shipton, Frank Smythe, Jack Longland.
When was Fourth Everest Expedition released and how long is it?
Fourth Everest Expedition was released in 1933 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.