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The Dark Wizard
★ 8.4/10•2026•TV-MA•Documentary
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Where limits end, Dean Potter begins.

An unflinching portrait of Dean Potter, the world's most influential and controversial climber, base jumper and highline walker, who achieves jaw-dropping feats while battling his inner demons.

StatusEnded
LanguageEN
First Air DateApr 14, 2026

Episodes

Episode 1 - The Death ConsequenceE161m

The Death Consequence

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

Apr 14, 2026

Episode 2 - Dying to FlyingE258m

Dying to Flying

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 threatens his status.

Apr 21, 2026

Episode 3 - This Is Art, This Is SpiritualityE352m

This Is Art, This Is Spirituality

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 opportunity in China.

Apr 28, 2026

Episode 4 - Transcending Human LimitationsE458m

Transcending Human Limitations

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.

May 5, 2026

Actors

Dean Potter

Dean Potter

Self (archive footage)

Dean Fidelman

Dean Fidelman

Self

Timmy O'Neill

Timmy O'Neill

Self

Jim Hurst

Jim Hurst

Self

Eric Perlman

Eric Perlman

Self

Cedar Wright

Cedar Wright

Self

Dan Duane

Dan Duane

Self

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