Meru (2015)
Kernel Score: 83% · 259 ratings · Rated R
Genres: Adventure, Documentary
Released: 2015-01-25
Runtime: 89 minutes
Where to watch Meru
- Stream: Netflix, Prime Video, Fubo, Philo, Brew, Curiosity Stream
- Free with ads: JustWatch TV Free, Kanopy, Hoopla, Darkroom, Fawesome
- Rent: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
- Buy: Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, YouTube
US availability, updated 2026-10-22.
Overview
Meru is the electrifying story of three elite American climbers—Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin, and Renan Ozturk—bent on achieving the impossible.
Meru parents' guide: ages 15+
Parents need to know that this R-rated documentary follows elite climbers attempting a dangerous, potentially deadly ascent of Mount Meru.
- Violence & scariness: Some — The film depicts real mountaineering danger, including physical risk of falls or injury inherent to extreme alpine climbing.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official R rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- Conrad Anker as Himself
- Jimmy Chin as Himself
- Renan Öztürk as Himself
- Jon Krakauer as Himself
- Jenni Lowe-Anker as Herself
- Amee Hinkley as Herself
- Grace Chin as Herself
- Jeremy Jones as Himself
Meru FAQ
Is Meru good?
Meru has an 83% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 259 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Meru?
In the US you can stream Meru on Netflix, Prime Video, Fubo, Philo, Brew and Curiosity Stream, watch it free with ads on JustWatch TV Free, Kanopy, Hoopla, Darkroom and Fawesome and rent it from Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play and YouTube.
Is Meru OK for kids?
Meru is rated R. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 15+. Parents need to know that this R-rated documentary follows elite climbers attempting a dangerous, potentially deadly ascent of Mount Meru.
What movies are like Meru?
If you liked Meru, try The Dawn Wall, Free Solo, Touching the Void and North Face.