Cliffhanger (1993) is a high-stakes action thriller set in the rugged mountains of Colorado. The story follows Gabe Walker (Sylvester Stallone), a former mountain rescue ranger, who is haunted by the tragic death of his friend during a failed rescue mission.

When a heist goes awry, a group of ruthless criminals led by Eric Qualen (John Lithgow) steal millions of dollars in cash, only to have their plans thwarted when their plane crashes in the mountains.

Gabe is reluctantly pulled back into action, forced to confront his past while battling the criminals and navigating treacherous terrain.

As the tension builds, Gabe must overcome his fear and guilt to save the hostages, stop the criminals, and survive the dangerous wilderness in a race against time.