The Dawn Wall

2017 · 1h 41m · Released

NR Documentary, Adventure

In an unbelievable story of perseverance, free climber Tommy Caldwell and climbing partner Kevin Jorgeson attempt to scale the impossible 3000ft Dawn Wall of El Capitan.

Ratings

Based on audience scores

8.0 The Movie Database

8.1 IMDb

96% Rotten Tomatoes

83 Metacritic

Where to stream The Dawn Wall

Streaming now in the United States on The CW.

Trailers and promos

The Dawn Wall (2018) | Official Trailer HD

The Dawn Wall - Trailer

The Dawn Wall | Teaser Trailer

Top cast and crew

Peter Mortimer Director

Josh Lowell Director

Tommy Caldwell Self

JB John Branch Self

Kevin Jorgeson Self

MC Mike Caldwell Self – Tommy's Father

TC Terry Caldwell Self – Tommy's Mother

KC Kelly Cordes Self – Tommy's Friend

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Frequently asked questions about The Dawn Wall

Where can I watch The Dawn Wall in the United States?

The Dawn Wall is available to stream on The CW in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Can I watch The Dawn Wall for free?

The Dawn Wall streams free with ads in the United States on The CW. A subscription is not required, though the service may ask you to register.

What are the ratings for The Dawn Wall?

The Dawn Wall scores 8.0 on The Movie Database, 8.1 on IMDb, 96% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 83 on Metacritic.

Who stars in The Dawn Wall?

The Dawn Wall stars Tommy Caldwell, John Branch, Kevin Jorgeson, Mike Caldwell, and Terry Caldwell. Peter Mortimer is the director and Josh Lowell is the director.

How long is The Dawn Wall?

The Dawn Wall runs 1h 41m (101 minutes).

When did The Dawn Wall come out?

The Dawn Wall was released on November 1, 2017.

Which studio made The Dawn Wall?

The Dawn Wall was produced by Sender Films and Red Bull Media House in Austria and the United States.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Streaming availability checked September 2026.