The Dark Wizard

“Where limits end, Dean Potter begins.”

Documentary

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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Episodes & Seasons

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Miniseries

4 Episodes

EP 01

01.The Death Consequence

1h 1m★ 10

2026-04-14

01.The Death Consequence

1h 1m★ 10

Aired 2026-04-14

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

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EP 02

02.Dying to Flying

58m★ 9

2026-04-21

02.Dying to Flying

58m★ 9

Aired 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.

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EP 03

03.This Is Art, This Is Spirituality

52m

2026-04-28

03.This Is Art, This Is Spirituality

52m

Aired 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.

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EP 04

04.Transcending Human Limitations

58m★ 10

2026-05-05

04.Transcending Human Limitations

58m★ 10

Aired 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.

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