Wingman (2024): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 2024, Wingman is a documentary series.

What it’s about. WINGMAN is a powerful documentary about Jeppe, a man with cerebral palsy, whose identity has been intertwined with his best friends, Kåre and David, for 13 years. Unable to speak, Jeppe's voice has always been theirs, through a system they created together. Kåre and David are not just friends-they are Jeppe's lifeline to the world. But now, everything is shifting. Jeppe's lifelong dream comes true when he is invited to speak at a major conference in Mexico. But just as his moment arrives, both Kåre and David back out, overwhelmed by their own adult responsibilities. Jeppe, faced with this devastating blow, realizes that his friends cannot always be there for him, as they once were. A profound sense of self-loss washes over him, yet he cannot voice his darkest thoughts to the two people he depends on most.

Who’s in it. Wingman stars Jeppe as Jeppe, David as David and Kåre as Kåre.

How it landed. With an audience score of 10.0/10, Wingman sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Wingman page.

If you liked it. Fans of Wingman tend to enjoy Cosmos, Planet Earth, Planet Earth II and Vikings.