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The Dark Wizard

The Dark Wizard (2026)

April. 14,2026

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The Dark Wizard

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.

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The Dark Wizard

2026 / TV-MA

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.

Seasons & Episode

Seasons 1 : 2026

4 Episode

Episode 1 - The Death Consequence

April. 14,2026

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

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Outcome

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Formula 1: Drive to Survive

For All Mankind

Monarch: Legacy of Monsters

Your Friends & Neighbors

CODA

The Gorge

Eternity

Episode 2 - Dying to Flying

April. 21,2026

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.

Episode 3 - This Is Art, This Is Spirituality

April. 28,2026

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.

Episode 4 - Transcending Human Limitations

May. 05,2026

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.

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.