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Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey

7.820171h 36mMovieDocumentary

Fred Beckey is the legendary American "Dirtbag" mountaineer whose name is spoken in hushed tones around campfires. This rebel climber's pioneering ascents and lifestyle form an iconic legacy that continues to inspire generations.

DirectorDave O'Leske
WriterDarren Lund

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Availability shown for Canada · rights vary by country

Cast · Directed by Dave O'Leske

FBFred Beckey
Fred Beckey
Self
CAConrad Anker
Conrad Anker
Self
RMReinhold Messner
Reinhold Messner
Self
EVEd Viesturs
Ed Viesturs
Self
YCYvon Chouinard
Yvon Chouinard
Self
HB
Helmy Beckey
Self
AB
Alex Bertulis
Self
EBEric Bjornstad
Eric Bjornstad
Self
BBBarry Blanchard
Barry Blanchard
Self
CRCorey Rich
Corey Rich
Self
PCPeter Croft
Peter Croft
Self
RRRoyal Robbins
Royal Robbins
Self

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Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey?

Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey isn't on any subscription service in Canada right now, but you can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. It's not on Netflix.

Is Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey on Netflix?

No, Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey is not on Netflix in Canada as of September 2026. You can rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey isn't on Amazon Prime Video in Canada right now.

Where can I watch Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey for free?

Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey isn't available free in Canada; you can only rent or buy it on Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.

Is Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey based on a true story?

Yes — Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred Beckey is based on true events, dramatising real people and events (some details may be fictionalised for the screen).