Last month, March 2025, Netflix expanded its adventure and survival film offerings by adding two notable titles centered around Mount Everest: the 2015 feature film “Everest” and the 2024 documentary “Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa.”
“Everest” (2015): A Gripping Survival Thriller
“Everest” dramatizes the harrowing true story of the 1996 Mount Everest disaster, where climbers faced a brutal storm during their ascent. Directed by Baltasar Kormákur, the film boasts a star-studded cast, including Jason Clarke as expedition leader Rob Hall, Jake Gyllenhaal as Scott Fischer, and Josh Brolin as Beck Weathers. The narrative delves into the challenges and tragedies faced by multiple expedition groups striving to reach the summit. Since its addition to Netflix on March 16, 2025, “Everest” has quickly climbed the platform’s top 10 movie list, captivating audiences with its intense portrayal of human endurance against nature’s formidable forces.
“Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa” (2024): An Inspirational Documentary
Complementing the dramatic retelling of the 1996 disaster, Netflix also introduced “Mountain Queen: The Summits of Lhakpa Sherpa,” a documentary that premiered on the platform on July 31, 2024. Directed by Lucy Walker, this film chronicles the life and achievements of Lhakpa Sherpa, the first Nepali woman to summit and survive Mount Everest. The documentary provides an intimate look into Lhakpa’s journey, highlighting her ten successful summits, her role as a mother raising two daughters, and her resilience in overcoming personal challenges, including surviving an abusive marriage. “Mountain Queen” has been praised for its inspirational portrayal of Lhakpa’s determination and strength.
Exploring Everest from Your Living Room
Both “Everest” and “Mountain Queen” offer viewers compelling insights into the world of high-altitude mountaineering.While “Everest” immerses audiences in the perilous realities faced by climbers during the 1996 disaster, “Mountain Queen” celebrates the triumphs and personal journey of a pioneering female climber. These films not only showcase the physical challenges of scaling the world’s highest peak but also delve into the emotional and psychological facets of such endeavors.
For those interested in tales of adventure, survival, and human spirit, these additions to Netflix’s catalog provide an opportunity to experience the awe-inspiring and treacherous world of Mount Everest from the comfort of home.
