During a climb up Kangchenjunga, mountaineer Um Hong-gil saves the life of Park Moo-taek and his friend Park Jeong-Bok. In the aftermath, he warns them never to climb mountains again. A few days later, Um Hong-gil’s crew needs new members, and to his surprise, the very same individuals he warned show up. Despite his initial reluctance, he agrees to let them join the team for their next adventure.
As they conquer mountains together, Um Hong-gil and Moo-taek become close friends. Sadly, Um Hong-gil’s climbing days come to an end due to leg issues, leaving Moo-taek to lead a new team using his mentor’s techniques. Tragedy strikes during their mission, resulting in Moo-taek’s untimely death, leaving his friend grieving beside him.
Years later, Um Hong-gil is inspired to search for Moo-taek’s body after a poignant question during a lecture. Referring to Moo-taek’s friend as the best climber for not leaving him behind, Um Hong-gil sets out with his old crew to locate Moo-taek. Through a challenging journey, they find his body, granting closure by honoring his memory and delivering a message to his wife.
Um Hong-gil’s determination to find closure leads him to climb the treacherous 16th mountain, symbolizing Moo-taek as his strength and the climbers who perished with him as his support. Amidst the unforgiving Himalayan terrain, Um Hong-gil and his team embark on a mission of redemption and remembrance.
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