Famed climber Alex Honnold is taking on an all-new challenge and doing it live on Netflix for the special, Skyscraper Live, which will see him ascend Taipei 101, one of the world’s tallest buildings.
Needless to say, it’s can’t-miss TV. So, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about the special, ranging from the odds of Honnold reaching the top, facts about the skyscraper itself, and the challenges it poses to climbers, and much more. Scroll down for a closer look and don’t miss Alex Honnold climb Taipei 101 for Netflix’s Skyscraper Live when it streams.
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