Adventure enthusiasts and climbing aficionados are in for an exhilarating experience as National Geographic’s latest documentary, ‘The Devil’s Climb,’ premieres on February 9 at 10pm. The gripping film follows two of the world’s most celebrated rock climbers, Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell, as they embark on an audacious quest to conquer one of North America’s most formidable peaks—the Devil’s Thumb.

Produced by Plimsoll Productions and directed by Renan Ozturk, the 74-minute documentary takes viewers deep into the heart of the Alaskan wilderness, where Honnold and Caldwell push their physical and emotional boundaries to summit the treacherous 9,000-foot Devil’s Thumb massif. Known for its near-impossible terrain and extreme weather conditions, the peak has long been considered one of the most dangerous climbs in the world. But for these two legendary climbers, it represents the ultimate test of skill, endurance, and friendship.

The film captures their extraordinary 2,600-mile journey to the mountain, traversing through the American West, Canada, and Alaska using bicycles, sailboats, and sheer determination. While Honnold, renowned for his daring free solo climbs, is no stranger to high-risk ascents, the journey takes on an even deeper meaning for Caldwell. Having suffered a career-threatening Achilles injury, this climb marks his heroic return to extreme mountaineering a moment filled with emotion, triumph, and the unwavering support of his long-time climbing partner.

Unlike traditional climbing documentaries, ‘The Devil’s Climb’ delves into the human connection behind these breathtaking ascents. It explores Honnold and Caldwell’s unique camaraderie, their shared history of record-setting speed climbs, and the deep trust that binds them as they take on the first-ever single-day traverse of all five peaks of the Devil’s Thumb massif.

With stunning cinematography, heart-pounding sequences, and an intimate look at the mental and physical toll of extreme climbing, ‘The Devil’s Climb’ is a must-watch for anyone fascinated by the limits of human endurance. Witness the adventure unfold as Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell take on their most daring challenge yet—only on National Geographic, premiering February 9 at 10 pm.