The Underground Eiger(1979)
The Underground Eiger Synopsis
This is an account of a significant event in British caving history, and a film that has become legendary in caving folklore. It features two divers, Geoff Yeadon and Oliver Statham (aka Bear), who over several years explored and plotted the caving system beneath the moors of Ingleborough before completing the dive from Keld Head to West Kingsdale Master Cave, beneath Ingleborough in North Yorkshire, on January 16th 1979.
The Underground Eiger (1979) is a documentary film directed by Barry Cockcroft, released on February 21, 1979 with a runtime of 50m. It stars Geoff Yeadon, Oliver "Bear" Statham and Paul Dunstan.
- Director:
- Barry Cockcroft
- Producers:
- John Fairley
- Production:
- Yorkshire Television
- Status:
- Released
The Underground Eiger Cast & Crew
Main cast
Key crew
Directed by Barry Cockcroft, produced by John Fairley.
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The Underground Eiger – Frequently Asked Questions
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Who stars in The Underground Eiger?
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The main cast of The Underground Eiger (1979) includes Geoff Yeadon, Oliver "Bear" Statham and Paul Dunstan. The film was directed by Barry Cockcroft. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Underground Eiger released?
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The Underground Eiger was released on February 21, 1979 and runs for 50m.