Jason Momoa Rock Climbing Series for HBO Max

HBO Max has commissioned The Climb, an eight-episode rock climbing competition series with Jason Momoa and rock climber Chris Sharma.

The Climb will put amateur climbers through a rigorous series of mental and physical challenges, tackling intimidating climbs around the globe. The series was developed by Momoa’s production company On the Roam, Sharma and series creators The Intellectual Property Corporation (IPC), an Industrial Media company.

IPC will also executive produce and handle all production services. Momoa, Brian Mendoza and James Mendoza also serve as executive producers for On the Roam, as well as Sharma and Jonathon Resteck.

Jennifer O’Connell, executive VP, non-fiction and live-action family programming, HBO Max, said: “We are thrilled to be working with Jason Momoa and IPC on this cinematic approach to a physical competition show with Mother Nature providing the most beautiful and challenging of obstacle courses.”

Jason Momoa added: “It’s a dream come true to create a show with one of my idols, my good friend and legendary climber Chris Sharma. I’m thrilled to be partnering with HBO Max and to produce alongside IPC to bring you this incredible show about my favorite sport, rock climbing.”