Chasing Ice
“Art meets science.”
When National Geographic photographer James Balog asked, “How can one take a picture of climate change?” his attention was immediately drawn to ice. Soon he was asked to do a cover story on glaciers that became the most popular and well-read piece in the magazine during the last five years. But for Balog, that story marked the beginning of a much larger and longer-term project that would reach epic proportions.
Where to watch Chasing Ice in United States
Can I watch Chasing Ice in United States? Chasing Ice isn't on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
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Where is Chasing Ice streaming around the world?
| Country | Streaming on | Rent / Buy |
|---|---|---|
| United States | — | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| United Kingdom | — | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Google Play Movies |
| Canada | — | Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube |
| Australia | Beamafilm | Apple TV Store, Amazon Video, Beamafilm |
About Chasing Ice
Chasing Ice is a 2012 English-language documentary film directed by Jeff Orlowski. The cast is led by James Balog, Svavar Jonatansson, Adam LeWinter. It has a runtime of 1h 14m. Viewers rate it 7.5/10 across 200 ratings. In United States, it is available to rent or buy on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store.
Chasing Ice was produced by Diamond Docs, Exposure Labs, and Doc Society and made in United States of America. It was released on October 1, 2012, and carries a PG-13 certification. At the box office it grossed around $1 million worldwide.
- Director
- Jeff Orlowski
- Writers
- Mark Monroe
- Release date
- October 1, 2012
- Original language
- English
- Age rating
- PG-13
- Status
- Released
- Country
- United States of America
- Box office
- $1 million
- Production
- Diamond Docs, Exposure Labs, Doc Society
Chasing Ice cast & crew
Chasing Ice was directed by Jeff Orlowski and written by Mark Monroe.
The cast features James Balog as Self - Photographer, Svavar Jonatansson as Self - Photo Assistant, Adam LeWinter as Self - EIS Engineer, Louie Psihoyos as Self - Photographer & Oscar Winning Filmmaker, Kitty Boone as Self - The Aspen Institute, and Sylvia Earle as Self - National Geographic Explorer.
Behind the camera, the score was composed by J. Ralph, cinematography is by Jeff Orlowski, and it was produced by Jerry Aronson and David J. Cornfield.
Is Chasing Ice worth watching?
Chasing Ice holds an audience score of 7.5/10 from 173 ratings, marking it as well-reviewed documentary films.
At 1h 14m, it's an easy, time-light watch.
If you enjoy documentary, Chasing Ice is worth a place on your watchlist.
How and where to watch Chasing Ice
Chasing Ice isn't on a subscription service in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, and YouTube.
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Cast of Chasing Ice
James Balog
Self - Photographer
Svavar Jonatansson
Self - Photo Assistant
Adam LeWinter
Self - EIS Engineer
Louie Psihoyos
Self - Photographer & Oscar Winning Filmmaker
Kitty Boone
Self - The Aspen Institute
Sylvia Earle
Self - National Geographic Explorer
Dennis Dimick
Self - National Geographic Editor
Jason Box
Self - Climatologist, Ohio State University
Tad Pfeffer
Self - Glaciologist, University of Colorado
Suzanne Balog
Self - James's Wife
Jeff Orlowski
Self - EIS Videographer
Chasing Ice — FAQs
▸Where can I watch Chasing Ice in United States?
Chasing Ice is not on subscription streaming in United States right now, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video and Apple TV Store and Google Play Movies.
▸What language is Chasing Ice in?
Chasing Ice is originally in English. Subtitle and dub options vary by streaming service.
▸How long is Chasing Ice?
Chasing Ice runs 1 hours 14 minutes (74 minutes).
▸What is Chasing Ice rated?
Chasing Ice is rated PG-13. It holds a 7.5/10 audience score from 173 ratings.
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