The BEST episodes of The Dark Wizard season 1

Every episode of The Dark Wizard season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Dark Wizard season 1!

The Dark Wizard is an up-close and unflinching portrait of Dean Potter, one of the world's most influential and controversial climbers, BASE jumpers, and highline walkers. The series traces the jaw-dropping feats that made him a legend, as well as the personal turmoil that defined his life.

Last Updated: 6/25/2026Network: HBOStatus: Ended
Transcending Human Limitations
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8.54
24 votes

#1 - Transcending Human Limitations

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 5/5/2026

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.

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This Is Art, This Is Spirituality
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8.42
19 votes

#2 - This Is Art, This Is Spirituality

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 4/28/2026

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.

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The Death Consequence
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8.22
27 votes

#3 - The Death Consequence

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 4/14/2026

Dean Potter finds joy and escape through his early success at extreme climbing, where he connects with a community of like-minded people seeking the sport's freedom and adrenaline. A renegade by nature, Dean's restless energy compels him to pioneer new ascents and forge new world records, even while at times falling afoul of the establishment and struggling with personal relationships.

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Dying to Flying
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8.00
19 votes

#4 - Dying to Flying

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 4/21/2026

Dean struggles with his inner demons but seems to find relief through death-defying feats from free-soloing, to highlining, to BASE jumping, cultivating a devoted following drawn to his rebellious antihero image. But soon, a new climber named Alex Honnold emerges and threatens to eclipse Dean's dominance.

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