The Alpinist
Synopsis
The life of Canadian mountain climber Marc-André Leclerc as he pushes the boundaries of climbing while on an expedition to Patagonia.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Official UK TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2021-07-27
Top Cast
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Marc-André Leclerc
Self
Brette Harrington
Self
Alex Honnold
Self
Reinhold Messner
Self
Ueli Steck
Self (archive footage)
Dean Potter
Self (archive footage)
Derek Hersey
Self (archive footage)
Jon Walsh
Self
Tommy Caldwell
Self (archive footage)
Austin Siadak
Self
Peter Mortimer
Self
Barry Blanchard
Self
Michelle Kuipers
Self
Will Stanhope
Self
Will Gadd
Self
Ryan Johnson
Self (archive footage)
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 7, 2021
Wide Cinema Exhibition
February 7, 2021
Physical Home Media
Financials & Box Office Performance
Production Budget
Undisclosed
Filming & production cost
Worldwide Gross
$1.2M
Total global ticket sales
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Nick Rosen, Peter Mortimer
- Original Title
- The Alpinist
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 33m
- Worldwide Gross
- $1.2M
- Production Studios
- Roadside Attractions, Universal Pictures, Dogwoof, Red Bull Media House
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Nick Rosen, Peter Mortimer
Scott Bradfield, Philipp Manderla
Department Leadership Roster
Nick Rosen
Director
Peter Mortimer
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.
12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Alpinist
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What is The Alpinist about?
The life of Canadian mountain climber Marc-André Leclerc as he pushes the boundaries of climbing while on an expedition to Patagonia.
Who directed The Alpinist?
The Alpinist was directed by Nick Rosen, Peter Mortimer.
Who stars in The Alpinist?
The principal cast of The Alpinist includes Marc-André Leclerc, Brette Harrington, Alex Honnold, Reinhold Messner, Ueli Steck.
When was The Alpinist released and how long is it?
The Alpinist was released in 2021 with a total runtime of 1h 33m.
How much did The Alpinist make at the box office?
The Alpinist grossed $1.2M in worldwide ticket sales.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Alpinist?
The Alpinist holds official age classifications: CA: 18A; DE: 12 (FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.); GB: 12A (12 Accompanied — Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).