The Dark Wizard

Synopsis

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.

First Air Date: 2026-04-14

Last Air Date: 2026-05-05

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 4

Networks: HBO

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Top Cast

Dean Potter as Self (archive footage)
Dean Fidelman as Self
Timmy O'Neill as Self
Jim Hurst as Self
Eric Perlman as Self
Cedar Wright as Self
Dan Duane as Self
Alex Honnold as Self
Leo Houlding as Self

Seasons

Miniseries (2026)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: The Death Consequence (2026-04-14)

Dean Potter finds joy and escape through extreme climbing, forging new ascents and world records – while struggling with relationships.
Ep. 2: Dying to Flying (2026-04-21)

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.
Ep. 3: This Is Art, This Is Spirituality (2026-04-28)

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.
Ep. 4: Transcending Human Limitations (2026-05-05)

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.