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Assault on El Capitan

20131h 7mMovieDocumentaryAdventure

The story of Wings of Steel is part legend and part myth. The first ascent team spent 39 days climbing the controversial route. The result - death threats, physical assaults and a slander campaign that polarized the climbing community for over 30 years.

DirectorJeff Vargen

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Availability shown for Australia · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Jeff Vargen

AM
Ammon McNeely
Self
KB
Kait Barber
Self
RKRon Kauk
Ron Kauk
Self
EK
Eric Kohl
Self
CM
Chris McNamara
Self
HFHans Florine
Hans Florine
Self
TETom Evans
Tom Evans
Self
GM
Gabe McNeely
Self
KY
Ken Yager
Self
PH
Peter Haan
Self
RJ
Richard Jensen
Self
MS
Mark Smith
Self

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Which OTT platform streams Assault on El Capitan?

Assault on El Capitan is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, DocPlay and Tubi TV in Australia, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Google Play Movies. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Assault on El Capitan on Netflix?

No, Assault on El Capitan is not on Netflix in Australia as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and DocPlay.

Is Assault on El Capitan on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — Assault on El Capitan is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in Australia as of September 2026.

Where can I watch Assault on El Capitan for free?

Assault on El Capitan is available to stream free (with ads) on Tubi TV in Australia.