The Dark Wizard (2026): cast, story & where to watch
2026 · Series · ★ 8.7
Released in 2026, The Dark Wizard is a documentary series.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. The Dark Wizard stars Dean Potter as Self (archive footage), Dean Fidelman as Self, Timmy O'Neill as Self and Jim Hurst as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.7/10, The Dark Wizard sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Dark Wizard page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Dark Wizard tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Dark Wizard (2026)?
- In US, The Dark Wizard is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel, YouTube TV and HBO Max. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is The Dark Wizard worth watching?
- The Dark Wizard holds an audience score of 8.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Dark Wizard?
- The Dark Wizard stars Dean Potter, Dean Fidelman, Timmy O'Neill, Jim Hurst and Eric Perlman.
- When was The Dark Wizard released?
- The Dark Wizard was released in 2026.