COLLECTION · Series · 2026

The Dark Wizard

Name: The Dark Wizard
Genre: Documentary
Rating: 8.7

"Four-part documentary chronicling the life and feats of Dean Potter, a visionary yet controversial climber, highliner, and base jumper. The film series follows his breathtaking accomplishments, from solo ascents to high-altitude slackline crossings and wingsuit flights, while delving into his introspective side and inner demons to reveal the man behind the 'Dark Wizard' legend. It explores how Potter's pursuit of absolute freedom and spirituality pushed him to continually defy risk limits."

Source: TMDB

* 8.7 (3)DocumentaryUnited States

Countries

United States

Studios

HBO · Sender Films

Age rating

TV-MA

Release

14/04/2026

Score

8.7 / 10 (3)

Where to watch

Streaming

HBO Max Amazon Channel

YouTube TV HBO Max

HBO Max

Seasons and episodes

Miniseries

4 episodes · 2026

Episode 1. The Death Consequence

2026-04-14 · 61 min

Dean Potter finds joy and escape through extreme climbing, forging new ascents and world records – while struggling with relationships.

Episode 2. Dying to Flying

2026-04-21 · 58 min

Dean struggles with inner demons but seems to find relief through death-defying feats – from free-soloing to highlining and BASE jumping – cultivating a devoted following drawn to his rebellious antihero image. But a rising climber…

Episode 3. This Is Art, This Is Spirituality

2026-04-28 · 52 min

The rivalry between Dean and Alex Honnold intensifies as both climbers vie to be the first to free solo a route on the 3000 foot El Capitan. As Dean's mental state deteriorates, he alienates his inner-circle and accepts a dangerous career…

Episode 4. Transcending Human Limitations

2026-05-05 · 58 min

With a new relationship grounding him, Dean regains emotional stability and his long-held dream of flight comes to fruition when he immerses himself in the cutting-edge world of wingsuit flying.

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