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Tenzing

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Based on true events, “Tenzing” chronicles the little-known story of Tenzing Norgay, a gifted Himalayan climber who, alongside New Zealand mountaineer Edmund Hillary, was the first to summit Mount Everest. Encouraged by his wife Dawa, Tenzing finds an ally in expedition secretary Jill Henderson. Together, they persuade Colonel John Hunt that Tenzing belongs on the British climbing team, rather than merely serving it. Where Western climbers see “Everest” as something to be conquered, Tenzing reveres “Chomolungma” as the sacred mother goddess. What follows is an ascent defined as much by the tensions between backgrounds, classes and competing ambitions as by the perils of the mountain itself. But high above the world, empire, rank and aspiration fall away, leaving two outsiders bound by mutual respect and trust — and for Tenzing, the fulfillment of both a lifelong dream and a spiritual calling.

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Jennifer Peedom

Director

Genden Phuntsok

Tenzing Norgay

Tom Hiddleston

Edmund Hillary

Willem Dafoe

Colonel John Hunt

Caitriona Balfe

Jill Henderson

Tenzin Jigmey

Pasang

Critics Reviews

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Angie Han The Hollywood Reporter Sep 9, 2026
With its good-hearted heroes and pretty (but rarely breathtaking) landscapes, the Apple release is plenty likable, but also plenty forgettable. Go to Full Review Cortlyn Kelly RogerEbert.com Sep 8, 2026
3.5/4
Her balance of Western and Eastern ideologies is impeccable, even as she navigates intense locations, stunts, and sentimental integrity. Go to Full Review J. Don Birnam Awards Watch Sep 8, 2026
B+
At its best, Tenzing is a personal story and a fascinating exploration of the varied local culture’s relationship to the as-of-yet untamed deity. Go to Full Review Pete Hammond Deadline Hollywood Daily Sep 7, 2026
The soaring score from Rebekka Karijord is the perfect complement for this inspirational story. Go to Full Review Alex Billington FirstShowing.net Sep 6, 2026
9.5/10
Tenzing is the Oppenheimer for mountain climbing, and First Man for Tenzing Norgay. Go to Full Review Gregory Ellwood The Playlist Sep 6, 2026
C
That score might find you succumbing to "Tenzing’s" predictable charms. You might fall for a portrait of history that deserves a spotlight. That last 45 minutes is a fine adventure, and if you can see it on a big screen, it might all be worth it. Go to Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis Based on true events, “Tenzing” chronicles the little-known story of Tenzing Norgay, a gifted Himalayan climber who, alongside New Zealand mountaineer Edmund Hillary, was the first to summit Mount Everest. Encouraged by his wife Dawa, Tenzing finds an ally in expedition secretary Jill Henderson. Together, they persuade Colonel John Hunt that Tenzing belongs on the British climbing team, rather than merely serving it. Where Western climbers see “Everest” as something to be conquered, Tenzing reveres “Chomolungma” as the sacred mother goddess. What follows is an ascent defined as much by the tensions between backgrounds, classes and competing ambitions as by the perils of the mountain itself. But high above the world, empire, rank and aspiration fall away, leaving two outsiders bound by mutual respect and trust — and for Tenzing, the fulfillment of both a lifelong dream and a spiritual calling.
Director
Jennifer Peedom
Producer
Liz Watts, Emile Sherman, Iain Canning, Jennifer Peedom, Luke Davies, Desray Armstrong
Screenwriter
Luke Davies
Distributor
Apple Original Films
Production Co
See-Saw Films
Genre
Drama, Action, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Oct 9, 2026, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Oct 16, 2026
Runtime
2h 5m
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