Vertical Limit
Directed by Martin Campbell
Trapped near the summit of K2, the world's second-highest mountain, Annie Garrett radios to base camp for help. Brother Peter hears Annie's message and assembles a team to save her and her group before they succumb to K2's unforgiving elements. But, as Annie lays injured in an icy cavern, the rescuers face several terrifying events that could end the rescue attempt -- and their lives.
Where to Watch Vertical Limit
Vertical Limit Ratings & Reviews
- jMacApril 10, 2026solid movie.... it's certainly examines the dilemma of personal preservation at the cost of others
- Billy ZaneSeptember 17, 2025Chris O’Donnell is basically sprinting up cliffs, people are blowing off ropes left and right, and somehow nitroglycerin becomes part of the plot on an icy peak. It is completely ridiculous, but that is what makes it so much fun to watch. Bill Paxton is great as usual, turning up the intensity every time he is on screen. Not realistic at all, but if you want over-the-top stunts and nonstop action, this is it.
- ርልዪረFebruary 4, 2025I watched this movie years ago and have now added it to my collection. It’s the kind of movie that leaves you with a burning desire to achieve what others may deem impossible. Also the kind of movie that you can watch over and over and it still leaves you with a sense of awe and how strongly survival instincts can kick in. Brilliant and highly recommended!
Vertical Limit Trivia
Vertical Limit was released on December 8, 2000.
Vertical Limit was directed by Martin Campbell.
Vertical Limit has a runtime of 2h 4m.
Vertical Limit was produced by Martin Campbell, Marcia Nasatir, Robert King.
Trapped near the summit of K2, the world's second-highest mountain, Annie Garrett radios to base camp for help. Brother Peter hears Annie's message and assembles a team to save her and her group before they succumb to K2's unforgiving elements. But, as Annie lays injured in an icy cavern, the rescuers face several terrifying events that could end the rescue attempt -- and their lives.
The key characters in Vertical Limit are Peter Garrett (Chris O'Donnell), Annie Garrett (Robin Tunney), Elliot Vaughn (Bill Paxton).
Vertical Limit is rated PG-13.
Vertical Limit is an Action, Adventure, Thriller film.
Vertical Limit has an audience rating of 4.1 out of 10.
Vertical Limit had a budget of $75M.
Vertical Limit has made $215.7M at the box office.