Conrad Anker
Conrad Anker is an American rock climber and mountaineer known for his adventurous spirit and dedication to the sport. He gained recognition for his roles in climbing documentaries, including 'Meru' and 'Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy Chin'. Anker is respected for his achievements in... Read More
Known for
Meru (2015)
Meru is the electrifying story of three elite American climbers—Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin, and Renan Ozturk—bent on achieving the impossible.
14 Peaks: Nothing Is Impossible (2021)
In 2019, Nepalese mountain climber Nirmal “Nims” Purja set out to do the unthinkable by climbing the world’s fourteen highest summits in less than...
National Parks Adventure (2016)
Narrated by Academy Award winner Robert Redford, National Parks Adventure takes audiences on the ultimate off-trail adventure into the nation’s awe-inspiring great outdoors and...
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Credits
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 |
K2 Chasing ShadowsK2 Chasing Shadows chronicles Benjamin Védrines' record-breaking 2024 ascent of K2 (8,611m) in 10 hours, 59 minutes, and 59 seconds,... |
Self | |
| 2025 |
Catching PineconesJan and Herb Conn were the original American dirtbag couple, pioneering rock climbers and cave explorers who rejected a conventional... |
Unknown character | |
| 2022 |
Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy ChinTake a look inside the minds of elite adventure athletes through transformative stories about facing fear, personal loss, and Mother... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
TornWhen world renowned climber Alex Lowe was tragically lost in a deadly avalanche, his best friend and climbing partner went... |
Self | |
| 2021 |
14 Peaks: Nothing Is ImpossibleIn 2019, Nepalese mountain climber Nirmal “Nims” Purja set out to do the unthinkable by climbing the world’s fourteen highest... |
Himself (archive footage) | |
| 2020 |
Black IceTold through the eyes of Malik Martin and Chris Dean, Black Ice follows a crew of aspiring ice climbers from... |
Self | |
| 2020 |
Reel Rock 15Capturing the greatest stories and sends from the year in climbing, the four new films of REEL ROCK 15 deliver... |
Self | |
| 2020 |
Action DirecteFrench powerhouse climber Mélissa Le Nevé tries to become the first woman to traverse Action Directe, one of the most... |
Self | |
| 2020 |
Out of FrameHuman multitool: French Mathis Dumas belongs to a new generation of alpine all-rounders. Out braving the elements on skis, on... |
Self | |
| 2019 |
Fine LinesFor nearly three years, director Dina Khreino interviewed world-class mountain climbing athletes, listening to what compels them to leave behind... |
Self | |
| 2019 |
Himalayan IceIn December 2018, alpinists Ari Novak and Karsten Delap set out for India to explore one of the most remote... |
Self | |
| 2018 |
Queen Maud LandA dream team of six elite climbers mount an expedition to one of the world's last great climbing frontiers: the... |
Unknown character | |
| 2018 |
Reel Rock 13REEL ROCK 13 delivers jaw-dropping action, soulful journeys and rollicking humor in a brand new collection of the year's best... |
Unknown character | |
| 2018 |
Lunag Ri, 2nd AttemptFollow David Lama and Conrad Anker as they make a second attempt to climb the 6,907m Himalayan peak, Lunag Ri.... |
Unknown character | |
| 2017 |
Dirtbag: The Legend of Fred BeckeyFred Beckey is the legendary American "Dirtbag" mountaineer whose name is spoken in hushed tones around campfires. This rebel climber's... |
Self | |
| 2016 |
National Parks AdventureNarrated by Academy Award winner Robert Redford, National Parks Adventure takes audiences on the ultimate off-trail adventure into the nation’s... |
Himself | |
| 2015 |
MeruMeru is the electrifying story of three elite American climbers—Conrad Anker, Jimmy Chin, and Renan Ozturk—bent on achieving the impossible. |
Himself | |
| 2014 |
MetanoiaThis documentary follows the life and climbs of legendary alpinist Jeff Lowe, through his visionary ascents around the world up... |
Self (Narrator) | |
| 2014 |
Valley UprisingIn the shady campgrounds of Yosemite valley, climbers carved out a counterculture lifestyle of dumpster-diving and wild parties that clashed... |
Self | |
| 2014 |
An American AscentAn American Ascent documents the first African American expedition to tackle Denali, North America's highest peak and explores the complex... |
Himself | |
| 2012 |
Reel Rock 7The biggest stories from the climbing world, told with humor, heart, and mind-bending action. Featuring Alex Honnold in Honnold 3.0,... |
Self | |
| 2012 |
The Shark's FinConrad Anker, Jimmy Chin and Renan Ozturk ascend Northern India's Meru Shark Fin, one of the last great unclimbed alpine... |
Unknown character | |
| 2011 | Conrad Anker | ||
| 2010 |
The Wildest DreamUses astonishing visuals to tell the intersecting stories of George Mallory, the first man to attempt a summit of Mount... |
Self | |
| 2010 |
Reel RockEvery fall the REEL ROCK Film Tour brings the year's most exciting new climbing films to live audiences around the... |
Unknown character | |
| 2007 |
The Endless KnotIn 1999, best friends Alex Lowe and Conrad Anker were overcome by an avalanche while climbing in the Tibetan Himalaya,... |
Unknown character | |
| 2003 |
Mountain of IceJoin an extreme expedition to the top of Antarcticaís highest peak- Vinson Massif. In this high-altitude adventure, Jon Krakauer, author... |
Self | |
| 2000 |
Lost on Everest: The Search for Mallory and IrvineDuring a season of carnage on Mount Everest, a team of elite climbers attempt to solve the mystery of George... |
Self | |
| 1995 |
On IceOn ice is a documentary about ice climbing. It was directed by Scott Ayers in 1995 and produced by Cliffhanger... |
self, narrator | |
| TBA |
Hold FastConrad Anker is one of the greatest and most notorious professional mountain climbers in history. But at 54, his career... |
Himself |
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Got a question about Conrad Anker?
Conrad Anker is known for his work in films like 'Meru' and 'Edge of the Unknown with Jimmy Chin', which showcase his climbing adventures and experiences.
While Conrad Anker has not won major acting awards, he has received accolades in the climbing community for his achievements and contributions to the sport.
Conrad Anker's first notable film appearance was in 'The Eiger Sanction', released in 1975, which focused on climbing and adventure.
Conrad Anker's estimated net worth is around $1 million, primarily from his climbing career and film projects.
Conrad Anker has two children, named Max and Amelia, with his wife Jennifer Lowe-Anker.
Conrad Anker has completed several challenging climbs, including the first ascent of the Shark's Fin on Meru Peak in India and numerous climbs in the Himalayas.
Conrad Anker is known for his advocacy of climbing safety, mentorship of young climbers, and contributions to climbing literature and film.
Conrad Anker typically appears in adventure and documentary films that focus on climbing, exploration, and the challenges faced in extreme sports.