Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares
Synopsis
Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares is a 2026 documentary film by Thin Air Cinematics that challenges the traditional "man-conquers-mountain" story by exploring high-altitude mountaineering through failure, fear and human obsession Filmed over 13 years, spanning 6 expeditions on 5 different climbing routes, this deeply personal documentary is an unflinching exploration into the life and mind of a high-altitude climber. What begins with a dream becomes obsession, and ultimately a reckoning with why we climb in the first place.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
November 6, 2026
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Don Bowie
- Screenplay & Story
- Don Bowie
- Original Score
- Manfred Plessl, Taika Talvi
- Original Title
- Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 55m
- Production Studios
- Thin Air Cinematics
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Don Bowie
Don Bowie
Manfred Plessl, Taika Talvi
Department Leadership Roster
Don Bowie
Director
Don Bowie
Writer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares about?
Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares is a 2026 documentary film by Thin Air Cinematics that challenges the traditional "man-conquers-mountain" story by exploring high-altitude mountaineering through failure, fear and human obsession Filmed over 13 years, spanning 6 expeditions on 5 different climbing routes, this deeply personal documentary is an unflinching exploration into the life and mind of a high-altitude climber. What begins with a dream becomes obsession, and ultimately a reckoning with why we climb in the first place.
Who directed Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares?
Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares was directed by Don Bowie.
Who stars in Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares?
The principal cast of Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares includes Don Bowie, Ueli Steck, Horia Colibășanu, Iñaki Ochoa de Olza, Oscar Cadiach.
When was Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares released and how long is it?
Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares was released in 2026 with a total runtime of 1h 55m.
Who composed the musical score for Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Annapurna: Dreams and Nightmares was composed by Manfred Plessl, Taika Talvi.