'Skyscraper Live'- The Alex Honnold 101 Floors Climb on Netflix, Here’s Everything You Need to Know

Published 09/30/2025, 9:14 PM EDT

Thrills that teeter between triumph and terror are not new for Alex Honnold. This is the man whose gravity-defying feats have made him a legend. Fans of Free Solo or those who feverishly rewound Skyscraper Live broadcasts know that Honnold does not simply climb. He dances on precipices, challenges conventions, and now, Netflix is elevating the stakes once again with another pulse-pounding spectacle that promises viewers one wild ascent into the unknown.

While most dodge elevators, Alex Honnold turns skyscrapers into his personal playground of peril and prowess.

Alex Honnold’s Netflix daredevil diaries played out in Skyscraper Live

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The latest Netflix sensation, Skyscraper Live, invites audiences to witness Alex Honnold scale a towering skyscraper story by story. Centering on his breathtaking quest to conquer 101 consecutive floors, the show transforms urban architecture into a vertical stage of nerve and brilliance. The anticipation draws not just climbing enthusiasts, but anyone hungry for real feats beyond green-screen trickery, all set for a roaring release in early 2026.

Tagged as a "global must-watch live event" by Brandon Riegg, Vice President of Nonfiction Series & Sports at the streamer via Netflix Tudum, every detail in Skyscraper Live amplifies the adrenaline of unfiltered risk-taking. The show will meticulously document Honnold as he will be navigating one of the tallest buildings in America, facing real-time threats and urban distractions. From camera drones buzzing above the skyline to ground crews monitoring wind conditions, the choreography of danger and skill takes center stage.

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From cliff edges to concrete giants, Alex Honnold’s gravity-defying stunts keep viewers hanging on every breathtaking moment.

Alex Honnold’s vertical victory tour continues from Free Solo to Skyscraper Live

Alex Honnold’s legacy was established with the Emmy-winning documentary Free Solo, which showcased his astonishing climb of El Capitan. According to Variety, Skyscraper Live leverages Honnold’s reputation for tackling the impossible, drawing viewers into an event that echoes the nail-biting suspense of his earlier adventures. Netflix, building on the acclaim of Free Solo, delivers another unfiltered look at just how far an elite climber will go to test both gravity and resolve.

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Alex Honnold’s vertical odyssey is more than a show. Skyscraper Live marks a new height for Netflix’s unscripted programming and adventure television, following the ground-breaking international Emmy feats. The spectacle stands testament to both a fearless athlete and a platform betting boldly on live experiences. For audiences seeking front-row access to the edge between human ingenuity and sheer courage, this series delivers exactly that, one breathtaking floor at a time.

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Adiba Nizami

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Adiba Nizami is a journalist at Netflix Junkie. Covering the Hollywood beat with a voice both sharp and stylish, she blends factual precision with a flair for wit. Her pieces often dissect celebrity narratives—both on-screen and off—through parasocial nuance and cultural relevance.

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