Logo What's After the Movie

Free Solo 2018

In this gripping documentary, co-directed with Jimmy Chin, we join fearless rock climber Alex Honnold on an intimate journey as he trains and ultimately conquers the iconic granite wall of El Capitan - solo and rope-free.

In this gripping documentary, co-directed with Jimmy Chin, we join fearless rock climber Alex Honnold on an intimate journey as he trains and ultimately conquers the iconic granite wall of El Capitan - solo and rope-free.

Does Free Solo have end credit scenes?

No!

Free Solo does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Free Solo

Explore the complete cast of Free Solo, including both lead and supporting actors. Learn who plays each character, discover their past roles and achievements, and find out what makes this ensemble cast stand out in the world of film and television.


Ratings and Reviews for Free Solo

See how Free Solo is rated across major platforms like IMDb, Metacritic, and TMDb. Compare audience scores and critic reviews to understand where Free Solo stands among top-rated movies in its genre.


Metacritic

83

Metascore

8.1

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
review

97%

TOMATOMETER

review

93%

User Score

IMDb

8.1 /10

IMDb Rating

TMDB

79

%

User Score

Letterboxd

4.1

From 667 fan ratings

Movie Insider

4.00/5

From 3 fan ratings

Awards & Nominations for Free Solo

Explore awards

Discover all the awards and nominations received by Free Solo, from Oscars to film festival honors. Learn how Free Solo and its cast and crew have been recognized by critics and the industry alike.


91st Academy Awards 2019

Win

Documentary (Feature)

72nd British Academy Film Awards 2019

Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi
Win

Best Documentary

Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi

71st Directors Guild of America Awards 2019

Nomination

Documentaries

2018 Toronto International Film Festival Awards 2018

Win

People's Choice Award: Documentary

Watch Trailers, Clips & Behind-the-Scenes for Free Solo

See more

Watch official trailers, exclusive clips, cast interviews, and behind-the-scenes footage from Free Solo. Dive deeper into the making of the film, its standout moments, and key production insights.


Free Solo - Trailer | National Geographic

Movie Themes and Keywords

Discover the central themes, ideas, and keywords that define the movie’s story, tone, and message. Analyze the film’s deeper meanings, genre influences, and recurring concepts.


rock climbingclimbingfree solo climbingboyfriend girlfriend relationshiptv interviewradio interviewmotivational speakeryear 2016book signingmrisprained anklebuying a houselas vegas nevadaunicorn costumeel capitan yosemite national park californiahalf dome yosemte national park californiamoonlight buttress zion national park utahyosemite national park californiazion national park utahmountain climbingoverhead camera shotvoice over dialoguemicrophonedangertrainprologuescene during opening creditsaudienceliving in a vanairportyear 2008year 2018fearpanicnational geographic magazinesubjective camerafather son relationshipcookingphysical exercise19 year oldman in a showercomputeryear 2009time lapse photographybicyclecameranewspaper headlinenewspaperobsessionphotograph

Articles, Reviews & Explainers About Free Solo

Stay updated on Free Solo with in-depth articles, critical reviews, and ending explainers. Explore hidden meanings, major themes, and expert insights into the film’s story and impact.


Similar Movies You Should Know About

Browse a curated list of movies similar in genre, tone, characters, or story structure. Discover new titles like the one you're watching, perfect for fans of related plots, vibes, or cinematic styles.


© 2025 What's After the Movie. All rights reserved.