Torn(2021)
The bigger the life, the greater the risk.
Torn Synopsis
When world renowned climber Alex Lowe was tragically lost in a deadly avalanche, his best friend and climbing partner went on to marry his widow and help raise his three sons. This profoundly intimate film from eldest son Max, captures the family's intense personal journey toward understanding as they finally lay him to rest.
Torn (2021) is a documentary film directed by Max Lowe, released on December 3, 2021 with a runtime of 1h 32m. It stars Alex Lowe, Max Lowe, Sam Lowe and Isaac Lowe. Viewers rate it 7.0 out of 10 across 27 ratings.
- Director:
- Max Lowe
- Producers:
- Chris Murphy, Jonathan Chinn, Simon Chinn
- Cinematographer:
- Logan Schneider
- Production:
- National Geographic, Lightbox Entertainment, Wilderpeople Productions, National Geographic Documentary Films
- Status:
- Released
Torn (2021) Trailer
Watch the official trailer for Torn before you stream it.
Torn Cast & Crew
Main cast
Alex Lowe
as Self (archive footage)
- Max Lowe
Max Lowe
as Self
- Sam Lowe
Sam Lowe
as Self
- Isaac Lowe
Isaac Lowe
as Self
- Jennifer Lowe
Jennifer Lowe
as Self
Conrad Anker
as Self
Jimmy Chin
as Self
Key crew
Directed by Max Lowe, produced by Chris Murphy, Jonathan Chinn and Simon Chinn.
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Torn Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.0/10 from 27 ratings.
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Torn – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Torn online?
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Torn (2021) is available to stream on Disney Plus and Hulu. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in Torn?
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The main cast of Torn (2021) includes Alex Lowe, Max Lowe, Sam Lowe, Isaac Lowe and Jennifer Lowe. The film was directed by Max Lowe. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was Torn released?
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Torn was released on December 3, 2021 and runs for 1h 32m.
Is Torn worth watching?
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Torn (2021) holds an average rating of 7.0 out of 10 from 27 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for Torn?
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