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The Man Who Skied Down Everest

6.819751h 26mMovieDocumentaryAdventure

This Oscar-winning documentary tells the story behind Japanese daredevil Yuichiro Miura's 1970 effort to ski down the world's tallest mountain.

DirectorsBruce Nyznik·Lawrence Schiller
WritersJudith Crawley·Yūichirō Miura
ProducersF.R. Crawley·Dale Hartleben

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Cast · Directed by Bruce Nyznik

YMYūichirō Miura
Yūichirō Miura
Self
DRDouglas Rain
Douglas Rain
Narrator

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The Man Who Skied Down Everest — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Man Who Skied Down Everest?

The Man Who Skied Down Everest is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Fandor and GuideDoc in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Man Who Skied Down Everest on Netflix?

No, The Man Who Skied Down Everest is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Amazon Prime Video and Fandor.

Is The Man Who Skied Down Everest on Amazon Prime Video?

Yes — The Man Who Skied Down Everest is included with an Amazon Prime Video subscription in United States as of September 2026.

Where can I watch The Man Who Skied Down Everest for free?

The Man Who Skied Down Everest is available to stream free (with ads) on Kanopy and Hoopla in United States.