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Free Solo

2018·Movie
1h 40min·PG-13
IMDb8.1Metacritic838.1Rotten Tomatoes97%93%

Where to watch

HuluDisney+fuboTVYouTube TVNational Geographic

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Free Solo fingerprint

Relentless energy, strong craft, no humor.

Energy

Pulse-pounding and nerve-racking

Fast from start to finish.

  • Adrenaline10
  • Tension10
  • Spectacle10

Heart

Hopeful and wondrous

  • Hopefulness8
  • Wonder8
  • Catharsis7

Humor

Serious throughout

  • Wit & Wordplay1
  • Situational Comedy0
  • Physical Comedy0

World

Everyday modern life, sports, and a real life story

Lived-in and easy to get lost in.

  • World Immersion9
  • Novelty8
  • Rewatchability6

Craft

Standout direction

  • Intrigue9
  • Direction8
  • Acting7

Style

Standout cinematography and editing

  • Cinematography9
  • Editing8
  • Music Composition7

Who it's for

AdultsDate NightFamily Movie NightFriends NightParty VibeIntergenerationalPartner WatchPublic Viewing SafeSolo WatchTeensPure EscapismThought-Provoking

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About

Live beyond fear.

Follow Alex Honnold as he attempts to become the first person to ever free solo climb Yosemite's 3,000 foot high El Capitan wall. With no ropes or safety gear, this would arguably be the greatest feat in rock climbing history.
Extreme SportsFree Solo ClimbingInspirationalVisually StunningHigh StakesNail-Biting SuspenseTriumph of Human SpiritRemarkable Achievement

Crew

Directed by:
Jimmy Chin, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
Produced by:
Jimmy Chin, Laurie MacDonald, Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
Composed by:
Marco Beltrami, Tracy McKnight, Jim Hurst

Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

Media

Questions about Free Solo

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Where can I stream Free Solo legally?

HuluDisney+fuboTVYouTube TVNational Geographic

Free Solo is included with a subscription to Hulu, Disney+, fuboTV, and YouTube TV in the United States. You can watch it free with ads on National Geographic. You can also rent or buy it from Apple TV, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, and Google Play Movies. All links in Where to Watch go to these licensed services.

Is Free Solo worth watching?

86
ExcellentGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 87/100 (IMDb 8.1, Rotten Tomatoes 97%, and Metacritic 83). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is Free Solo rated?

PG-13

It's rated PG-13 in the United States.

How long is Free Solo?

1 h 40 min

Free Solo runs 1 h 40 min.

Is Free Solo based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

Do critics and audiences agree on Free Solo?

Critics90
Audiences85

Yes. Critics average 90 and audiences 85 out of 100, so both groups see Free Solo much the same way.

What language is Free Solo in?

English

It was made in English. Produced in United States.

In how many countries can I watch Free Solo?

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GoodWatch finds legal streaming, rental, or purchase options for Free Solo in 77 countries. Pick any of them in Where to Watch to see the local services.

What tropes does Free Solo use?

As HimselfDocumentaryDon't Look DownFlyaway ShotHero of Another Story"I Can't Look!" GestureThe Ken Burns EffectScaling the SummitScenery PornTalking HeadsUndercrankTitle Dropand 1 more

TV Tropes lists 13 storytelling tropes for Free Solo, including As Himself, Documentary, Don't Look Down.