Alex Honnold Plans Free Solo Climb of 1,667-Foot Taipei 101 for 2026 Netflix Special

Alex Honnold, renowned for his daring free solo climbs, will attempt to scale Taipei 101, one of the world's tallest skyscrapers, in early 2026. This 1,667-foot climb will be broadcast live in a two-hour Netflix special titled Skyscraper Live, marking a shift for Netflix into high-stakes live programming beyond its usual sports and talk shows. Taipei 101, known for its tiered pagoda-like design, presents a unique challenge for Honnold, who will climb its four aretes without ropes or safety equipment, resting on ledges every eight stories. Honnold, famous for his historic free solo of El Capitan documented in the Academy Award-winning film "Free Solo," is expanding his repertoire from natural rock formations to man-made structures. The event is highly anticipated, with Netflix executives highlighting it as an "adrenaline-inducing spectacle" that will captivate global audiences. The special is produced by Plimsoll Productions, continuing their collaboration with Honnold following previous projects for Disney+ and National Geographic.