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2026117 minPG-13documentary

7.6/ 10(42 ratings)• TMDB

Skyscraper Live

2026117 minPG-13documentary

7.6/ 10(42 ratings)• TMDB

Free solo climber Alex Honnold attempts a live ascent of one of the tallest skyscrapers in Taipei, Taiwan, without ropes or safety equipment.

“100 stories to climb. No ropes.”

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Free solo climber Alex Honnold attempts a live ascent of one of the tallest skyscrapers in Taipei, Taiwan, without ropes or safety equipment.

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Joe DeMaiodirector

Alex Honnold

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Elle Duncan

Elle Duncancast

Emily Harrington

Emily Harringtoncast

Mark Rober

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No ropes. No fear. Free solo legend Alex Honnold risks it all in a high-stakes, live ascent of one of the world's tallest skyscrapers in Taipei, Taiwan.

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